Lead Maintenance Tech - D shift

Job Description

Semikron-Danfoss is looking for a Lead Maintenance Technician on D shift to join us at our Utica, New York facility. The hours for this position are every other Saturday, every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 5:45 pm – 6:15 am with the possibility for overtime.

As a Lead Maintenance Technician, your responsibility is to sustain production machinery(tools), provide consistent tool performance, keep systems and equipment running by preventative maintenance, making repairs, and installing necessary replacement parts, along with cost reduction activities.

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. We pride ourselves on growing our human potential and encourage career growth within our facilities.

Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Lead and direct maintenance technicians.
• Evaluate equipment malfunctions with a sense of urgency to minimize downtime.
• Respond to maintenance requests.
• Perform maintenance work as needed.
• Ensure the maintenance team follows all company policies and procedures.
• Escalate issues to management and recommend solutions.
• Trouble Shoot minor and complex tool issues to resolution.
• Communicate with leaders of other departments details of all tool downtimes.
• Mentor and train Maintenance Technicians.
• Must be able to generate and close digital work orders and tracking equipment repair history.
• Makes preventative maintenance checks and inspections as required and on time.
• Plan and accomplish preventative maintenance activities on motors, pumps, robots, conveyor systems and production machines to improve reliability.
• Prioritize shift maintenance tasks to optimize production time.

Compensation Data

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $30.00+ per hour. Base salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Background & Skills

At Danfoss, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a broader perspective in decision-making. When you consider this job posting, do you feel like your profile is not a perfect match? Numerous studies have found that women and people of color are more likely to apply only when they meet all requirements listed in the job posting. Even if you do not check all the boxes, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are curious to find out how you can bring new insights to the role or to Danfoss as an organization.

The ideal candidate possesses these skills: 

• At least 5 years of maintenance experience in manufacturing, automotive or aviation industries is required.
• Knowledgeable in maintenance best practices.
• Efficient use of time and project management skills.
• Experience with high-volume manufacturing and preventative maintenance procedures.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Familiarity with IBM Maximo asset management software
• Familiarity with SAP, or other manufacturing execution systems
• Strong computer skills
• Detail oriented

Employee Benefits

We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:

• Bonus system
• Paid vacation
• Flexible working hours
• Pension plan
• Personal insurance
• Communication package
• Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups
• State of the art virtual work environment
• Employee Referral Program

This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

Semikron Danfoss

Semikron Danfoss unites two companies that complement each other through shared values such as enthusiasm for technology that enable a sustainable future. We believe in a modern and dynamic leadership culture to unleash the full potential of our teams.

Innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives. We strive to create an inclusive workplace where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are.

The success of our employees is our success. That is why we offer a wide range of development opportunities and assign great importance to the health and well-being of our employees. The foundation of our joint work is our family-like corporate culture, which is characterized by trust, commitment and genuine teamwork.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship.

This position requires use of information or access to hardware that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. ‘Green Card Holder’), Political Asylee, or Refugee.