Operator Level I / 3rd Shift (Eject and Test)

Danfoss; Mountain Home (AR); On-site; USD 20,664 - 28,929; Full time

Job summary

Danfoss in Mountain Home, Arkansas, is hiring a 3rd Shift Production Operator to run production equipment and manufacture hydraulic hoses. The role reports to the shift Manufacturing Supervisor and is a 3rd shift position.

Responsibilities include stencil & inspect, finishing, mandrel prep, wire winding, and wrap/unwarp of hoses, with emphasis on safety and quality. High school diploma or GED required; manufacturing experience preferred; strong teamwork and TPM practices required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Manufacturing experience is preferred (1 year).
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a team and follow 5S and TPM practices.

Responsibilities

• Stencil & Inspect: operate stencil machine; inspect hoses for defects.
• Finishing (Cut/Coil & Eject/Test): eject mandrel, proof test hose, cut and coil for shipping.
• Mandrel Prep (Rubber & Grilon): prepare mandrel for extrusion.
• Wire Winder: prepare customer-supplied wire on bobbins for braid process.
• Wrap/Unwrap: wrap or unwrap extruded hose for curing.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Impact You'll Make

We have an immediate opportunity for a 3rd Shift Production Operator to join us at our diverse team in Mountain Home, Arkansas. The 3rd Shift Production Operator operates production equipment to manufacture hydraulic hoses and has five main components. The job reports to the shift Manufacturing Supervisor.

This is a 3rd Shift position.

What You’ll Be Doing

Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following.

• Stencil & Inspect: Operates the stencil machine to put the appropriate model and lot number on the hose and inspects it for any defects during this process.


• Finishing (Cut/Coil & Eject/Test): Ejects mandrel from the hose by using water pressure, and proof tests hose to make sure that it meets specifications. Cuts the hose at the appropriate place on the reel and coils the hose to prepare it for shipping.


• Mandrel Prep (Rubber & Grilon): Prepares rubber and/or grilon mandrel for the rubber to be shaped around during the extrusion process.


• Wire Winder: Prepares customer supplied wire on bobbins for use in the braid process.


• Wrap/Unwrap: Wraps/Unwraps the extruded hose in preparation for the curing process.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate possesses these skills.

• High School Diploma or GED One year or more manufacturing experience preferred.


• Good verbal and written communication skills.


• Ability to work successfully in team environment.


• In addition to machine operations, maintains a safe, clean and orderly work environment through effective housekeeping, 5S and TPM practices. Job performance measures include safety, quality, inventory, on time delivery and productivity

What You'll Get From Us

We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:

• Paid vacation


• Pension plan


• Personal insurance


• Communication package


• Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups


• State of the art virtual work environment


• Employee Referral Program

This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.