Process Technician - Assembly & Process Improvement

Danfoss GmbH; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Danfoss is seeking a Process Technician (Assembly Team) in Ames, Iowa to support the manufacturing cell from set-up to testing. You will monitor and troubleshoot equipment, provide line support, and help implement process changes to improve safety and quality.

The role requires an AA degree or technical diploma with some related experience on Danfoss products, plus strong mechanical aptitude and knowledge of TPM/SMED. Collaboration across engineering and maintenance teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of an AA degree or equivalent from Technical School; and 6 months related experience on Danfoss products.
• Desire for a 4-year degree in Industrial Technology, Industrial Engineering, Mfg. Engineering or ME/AgE.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of manufacturing processes, process aids, and poke yokes.
• Familiarity with TPM and SMED techniques.
• Customer service mindset and ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Ability to read electrical and hydraulic schematics and understand complex hydraulic systems.
• Ability to utilize diagnostic equipment (e.g., measurement devices).
• Excellent safety record and approach to behavioral-based safety using PPE.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical equipment used in assembly lines.
• Provide line support for the assembly cell and assist with safety and process quality issues.
• Troubleshoot daily issues and drive containment by equipping teams with tools and SOPs.
• Assist in implementing process changes and solve problems on the shop floor.
• Gather data and observe processes to support new process introductions and improvements.
• Help design and implement manufacturing controls and Poka-Yokes on lines.
• Lead or assist on tactical implementation projects.
• Collaborate with Process Engineers, Maintenance, Controls, and Calibration teams.

Education

AA degree or equivalent from Technical School

Tools

PLC

CAD modeling

Test stands

Microsoft Office

Job description

Danfoss is seeking a Process Technician (Assembly Team) in Ames, Iowa to support the manufacturing cell from set-up to testing. You will monitor and troubleshoot equipment, provide line support, and help implement process changes to improve safety and quality.

The role requires an AA degree or technical diploma with some related experience on Danfoss products, plus strong mechanical aptitude and knowledge of TPM/SMED. Collaboration across engineering and maintenance teams is essential.