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

Ames, Iowa, 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="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Myriad Pro Light', sans-serif">A Production Operations Technician is responsible for coordinating parts and performing the full range of activities required to assemble, test, paint, package, and ship Danfoss products. This role involves carrying out a variety of manufacturing tasks, including assembling components, operating production equipment, setting up machinery, conducting product tests, and disassembling units or complex subassemblies as needed. All work is performed in accordance with established standard work instructions to ensure consistent quality, safety, and efficiency across the production process.<br><br></p> <p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Myriad Pro Light', sans-serif">This is a 1st Shift position, with shift hours 6:00 am to 2:00 pm, Monday through Friday.</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 style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Monitor production lines and equipment to ensure they run smoothly.</li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Identify, troubleshoot, and help resolve basic equipment issues to reduce downtime.</li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Perform routine maintenance such as cleaning, lubricating, and adjusting machines.</li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Inspect products to ensure they meet quality standards.</li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Assist in identifying and reporting equipment problems, production issues, or quality concerns.</li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Follow all safety procedures and help maintain a safe work environment.</li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Assist with training new operators on equipment and safety.</li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Rotate through different stations within the assembly cell as needed.</li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Work overtime when required to support production goals.</li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Perform other duties as assigned.</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"><b>What We&apos;re Looking For</b></H2> </div><div><ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">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></p> </li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Previous experience working on the M46 or S90 pump line. Test stand experience is highly preferred.</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to operate manufacturing or assembly equipment.</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Ability to follow standardized work instructions and maintain consistent production flow.</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Ability to rotate between multiple stations and learn new tasks quickly.</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Willingness to follow all safety guidelines and maintain a clean, organized workspace.</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Reliability in attendance, punctuality, and meeting production expectations.</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"><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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