What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Operator (Spiral) / 3rd Shift position at Danfoss?
The Impact You'll Make
Reports directly to the department Supervisor, and is responsible for operating all spiral machines to maintain established quality standards and production schedules in the manufacture of spiral hose.
This is a 3rd Shift position.
What You’ll Be Doing
Physical Effort
Almost continuously standing/walking. Sometimes required to stoop, climb, or lift/carry equipment or material of moderate weight. Occasionally may perform work in confined spaces and/or awkward positions. Must meet the qualifications of a heavy lifter (up to 74 lbs on a frequent basis, heavier on occasion).
Physical Environment
Located in a comfortable indoor area. Conditions may produce discomfort on occasion, e.g. dust, moderate noise.
Sensory Attention
Regular need to give close attention, hearing, seeing, and/or touching, to surroundings.
Mental Stress
Continuous pressure of strong demand for results, multiple demands made simultaneously for important decisions/actions, possible exposure to criticism, and frequent occurrence of unpleasant situations and/or contacts. Moderate disruption of family/social life.
This position description lists the essential functions and requirements of the position, and does not specifically list the marginal functions of the function which are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. To perform in this position successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each essential function proficiently. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities needed to qualify for the position.
What You'll Get From Us
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.
Reports directly to the department Supervisor, and is responsible for operating all spiral machines to maintain established quality standards and production schedules in the manufacture of spiral hose.
This is a 3rd Shift position.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Maintain a safe work environment and use proper safety devices as provided. Abide by and actively promote all facility safety guidelines and quality procedures.
- Ensure all material available for next run per the production schedule prior to starting set-up of machine.
- Load material onto spirals per spec sheets and standard operating instructions.
- Run spiral machines per spec sheet and operating instructions, completing required quality checks, operating and quality paperwork, travelers, etc as required.
- Aid in development and continuous improvement of Standardized Work documentation on an on-going basis.
- Maintain a channel of communication between management and departmental personnel on shift cross-over.
- Monitor productivity to ensure that established quality and production levels are maintained to support the plant mission statement.
- Maintain 5-S Standards in work area.
- Actively participate in plant improvement projects and teams.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Excellent attendance record
- Good performance record
- High School diploma or equivalent is required
- Effective communication skills
- Problem solving skills
- Must work with sense of urgency Must support and work in a team environment
Physical Effort
Almost continuously standing/walking. Sometimes required to stoop, climb, or lift/carry equipment or material of moderate weight. Occasionally may perform work in confined spaces and/or awkward positions. Must meet the qualifications of a heavy lifter (up to 74 lbs on a frequent basis, heavier on occasion).
Physical Environment
Located in a comfortable indoor area. Conditions may produce discomfort on occasion, e.g. dust, moderate noise.
Sensory Attention
Regular need to give close attention, hearing, seeing, and/or touching, to surroundings.
Mental Stress
Continuous pressure of strong demand for results, multiple demands made simultaneously for important decisions/actions, possible exposure to criticism, and frequent occurrence of unpleasant situations and/or contacts. Moderate disruption of family/social life.
This position description lists the essential functions and requirements of the position, and does not specifically list the marginal functions of the function which are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. To perform in this position successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each essential function proficiently. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities needed to qualify for the position.
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 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.
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.