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Machinist

Danfoss India
Freeport, IL Contractor
POSTED ON 4/26/2026 CLOSED ON 5/25/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machinist position at Danfoss India?

Job Description

Machinist

Req ID: 48803

Job Location (s): Freeport, IL, USA

Employment Type: Full Time

Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment

Job Category: Supply Chain and Operations

Work Location Type: On-site

The Impact You'll Make

We have an immediate opening for a 3rd Shift Machinist to join our inclusive team in Freeport, IL. The Machinist will operate and set up conventional, numerical control (NC), and specialized machines and machining centers to accurately machine steel and brass components. The wage range for this position is $27.75 to $29.00 per hour, with an additional 10% shift premium for the 3rd shift.

Employees are eligible for benefits on the first day of employment which include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, annual bonus program, paid parental leave for birthing and non-birthing parents, a great working environment including 100% climate-controlled facility and much more! Danfoss offers 3 weeks paid PTO accrued over each bi-weekly paycheck plus 13 paid holidays including annual paid shutdown week between Christmas and New Year’s. We pride ourselves on growing our human potential and encouraging career growth within our facilities.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Maintains a safe, clean, organized workspace and promotes safety culture. Follows procedures, control plans, and quality standards; operates machines efficiently.
  • Assesses situations fairly and makes timely performance-enhancing decisions.
  • Organizes and prioritizes tasks to meet deadlines and anticipate challenges.
  • Uses innovative strategies to resolve issues and optimize resources.
  • Completes Total Productive Environment activities and keeps necessary tools.

What We're Looking For

  • A high school diploma or GED is required; alternatively, candidates may have one to three years of relevant experience and/or training, or a comparable combination of education and experience.
  • Capable of reading and interpreting documents like safety regulations, operating and maintenance manuals, and procedural guides.
  • Proficient in performing addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division across all units of measure, utilizing whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

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 annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great.

Ready to Make a Difference?

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.

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.

Salary : $28 - $29

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