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Production Operations Technician / 1st Shift (Ames, IA, US) @ Danfoss A/S

Ames, IA, USOnsiteFull-time
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<div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>The Impact You&apos;ll Make</b></H2> </div><div><p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black">A Production Operations Technician encompasses the job functions required to coordinate parts, assemble, test, paint, package, and ship company products. The POT performs a variety of manufacturing tasks that generally include assembling, operating equipment, setting up machines, testing, and dismantling unit assemblies and complex subassembly workstations according to standard work instructions.<br><br>This is a 1st Shift position, shift hours 6:00 am to 2:00 pm, Monday through Friday.</span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>What You’ll Be Doing</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black">Monitor production lines and equipment to ensure optimal performance and identify any issues or malfunctions.<br></span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black">Troubleshoot and resolve equipment and machinery problems to minimize downtime and maintain production efficiency.<br></span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black">Conduct routine maintenance tasks, including cleaning, lubricating, and adjusting machinery to ensure proper operation.<br></span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black">Collaborate with the engineering team to implement process improvements and optimize production workflows.<br></span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black">Perform quality control inspections to ensure products meet company standards and customer specifications.<br></span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black">Document and report any production issues, equipment failures, or quality concerns to the appropriate stakeholders.<br></span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black">Follow all safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.<br></span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black">Assist in training new production operators on equipment operation and safety procedures.<br></span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black">Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, engineering, and quality assurance, to resolve production-related issues.<br></span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black">Rotate among all stations within each assembly cell performing repetitive work at a consistent pace to meet customer demands.<br></span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black">Work overtime as needed.<br></span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black">Other duties as assigned.</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Additional Requirements and Skills</H2> </div><div><p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black">Attendance: Rarely absent or late, pre-schedules and pre-approves absences. <br>Safety: Follows safety &amp; housekeeping standards and procedures, uses appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), looks after the safety of others.<br>Quality: Follows standard work procedures, self acknowledges and corrects mistakes, works to avoid errors and get it right the first time.</span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>What We&apos;re Looking For</b></H2> </div><div><p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black">Required Qualifications:</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black">High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black">Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black"> </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black">Preferred Qualifications:</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black">Prior experience in a manufacturing environment</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black">Technical or vocational training/certification</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Physical Requirements</H2> </div><div><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 12.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:black">While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for long periods of time; use hands or fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to walk and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.<br><br>While performing the duties of this job the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts. The employee has the potential to be exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is at a level the company recommends hearing protection. The employee must be physically able to wear appropriate PPE.</span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>What You&apos;ll Get from Us</b></H2> </div><div><ol style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;font-weight:normal;font-style:normal" type="1"> <li style="margin-top:0.0;margin-bottom:0.0;vertical-align:middle"><span style="font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;font-weight:normal;font-style:normal">We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0;margin-bottom:0.0;vertical-align:middle"><span style="font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt">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.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0;margin-bottom:0.0;vertical-align:middle"><span style="font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt">We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.</span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0;margin-bottom:0.0;vertical-align:middle"><span style="font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt">You’ll receive benefits including paid time off, paid vacation, 401k retirement plan with company 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.</span></li> </ol></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Ready to Make a Difference?</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-family:Verdana;font-size:12.0pt"> </span></p> <p><span style="font-family:Verdana;font-size:12.0pt">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.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:Verdana;font-size:12.0pt"> </span></p> <hr> <p><span style="font-family:Verdana;font-size:12.0pt"> </span></p> <p><span style="font-family:Verdana;font-size:12.0pt">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.</span></p></div></div></div>

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