Operator Level I (Unwrap) / 2nd Shift

Danfoss; Mountain Home (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Danfoss in Mountain Home, AR is seeking an Unwrapper Operator for the 2nd shift (Mon–Fri, 2:45 pm–11:00 pm). You will operate unwrapper machines, monitor tape quality, and perform routine set-up tasks to keep production flowing.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and, ideally, one year of manufacturing experience. You will work in a loud, hot environment near an autoclave and must follow safety guidelines and cooperate with team members.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external personnel.

Responsibilities

• Operate unwrapper machines and monitor tape during unwrapping.
• Verify operation of spray, OD monitoring, and eddy current systems.
• Monitor tape quality and identify defects while inspecting tape condition.
• Maintain MEK ink levels and replenish supplies as needed.
• Keep work area clean, safe, and compliant with quality guidelines.
• Assist other operators and cross-train as needed.

Skills

1 year manufacturing experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

OD tape quality checks

Allen Wrench

Crescent Wrench

Screwdriver

Drill

Bonder

Hoist

Job description

The Impact You'll Make

The primary function of this position is to operate the unwrapper machines.

This is a 2nd Shift position, working Monday through Friday - 2:45 pm to 11:00 pm.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Perform Unwrapper Operator service functions, including monitoring tape during unwrapping and cutting/bonding tape to remove defects.
• Verify proper operation of the spray system, OD monitoring system, and eddy current system.
• Monitor production quality by checking tape packs, ensuring defects are identified and marked by the spray system, and inspecting tape condition.
• Maintain operating supplies by checking MEK ink levels and refilling as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and work within all safety and quality guidelines.
• Support team flexibility by assisting other operators, cross-training as needed, and performing other assigned duties.

What We're Looking For

Required (Basic) Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year manufacturing experience

Job Criteria and Environment

• Ability to communicate effectively with internal personnel and external personnel
• Frequent dealing with reels and the unrapper is only moderately large.
• Workspace is very loud and hot, near autoclave.

Safety

• Risk of pinching when loading/unloading reels; use caution and gloves.
• Safety glasses, ear plugs, and steel-toed shoes required at all times.
• Gloves required when moving reels, handling knives.

Tools

• OD tape for quality checks.
• Allen Wrench (to remove barrel inside machine)
• Crescent Wrench/ screwdriver
• Drill (to remove tape pack)
• Bonder (to melt/glue tape strips together)
• Hoist (to move full tape packs)

Physical Activity

• Entire shift is spent walking or standing.
• Some heavy lifting: Moving autoclave reels, which are approximately six (6) feet tall.
• Ability to reach, grasp and manipulate.

What You'll Get From Us

• We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
• You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.
• We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
• You’ll receive benefits like paid time off, paid holidays, 401k retirement plan (with employer match) personal insurance, tuition reimbursement and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great.

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