Toolroom Machinist / 2nd Shift

Job Description
We have an immediate opportunity for a Toolroom Machinist  to join us at our diverse team in Freeport. The Toolroom Machinist performs any tool grinding operations necessary to prepare and maintain tooling for use in manufacturing operations. Pay range for this position is $26.09 per hour to $29.00 per hour, DOE.

This is a 2nd Shift position (position will train on 1st Shift)

Job Responsibilities

• Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Works from tooling specifications, sketches, and personal observations in evaluating work that needs to be done.
• Performance requires extensive knowledge of tooling practices, machine application, and precision measurement instruments.
• Is qualified to troubleshoot tooling difficulties and to replace or adjust standard tooling as necessary.
• Performs all welding and brazing operations on various production tools.
• Instructs tool grinder and receives training from facilitator and other classifications regarding the above and related duties.
• Maintains cooperative and productive working relationships and communications with all employees, participating effectively as a team member or as a team leader. Encourages and assists in self-improvement.
• Demonstrates a commitment to maintain a safe, clean, and orderly work area. Follows safety regulations and actively contributes to work safety.
  
  

Background & Skills

• The ideal candidate possesses these skills:
• High School Diploma or equivalent and one (1) to three (3) years of experience
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
  
  

Employee Benefits

• Three (3) weeks of Paid Time Off annually for newly hired employees
• 13 paid holidays, including floating holidays annually
• Annual Bonus Program
• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match and safe harbor contributions
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance eligibility upon date of hire
• Company paid Basic Life Insurance & AD&D, Short-Term Disability Insurance, and Long-Term Disability Insurance (with enhanced buy up option)
• Optional Life Insurance & AD&D (including Spouse/Child Optional) coverage
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spendingand a Health Savings Account (including company contribution) if enrolled in applicable Danfoss Medical Plan
• Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Reimbursement for industry/organization membership dues, home office expenses, etc., based on established eligibility criteria
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Job Referral Bonus Program
• Voluntary benefits such as: Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance and Identity and Fraud Protection, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Additional benefits such as virtual physical therapy sessions, fitness membership programs, and day care provider network assistance
  
  

Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow
At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.

Following our founder’s mindset “action speaks louder than words”, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.

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.