Material Handler - 1st shift

Job Description

At Danfoss we build high quality, state of the art hydraulic pumps and motors to achieve more with less to power agricultural and construction machinery. We engineer impact where it counts, from the farms that feed to the modern city. Danfoss in Ames has an opening for a 1st shift Material Handler. The hours for this position are Monday – Friday 6:00 am – 2:00 pm with the potential for overtime.

Material Handlers perform a variety of duties related to pulling stock, order staging and warehouse material movement. This includes completing timely and accurate updating of the SAP system. The Material Handler communicates directly with Production Operations Technician to ensure sufficient and correct supplier parts are present for each production order.  Material Handlers are expected to receive and maintain certification of a proper forklift operation license and perform daily safety checks on equipment.

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

Job Responsibilities

• Receive incoming parts from vendor or warehouse; Identify parts and place into proper bin locations.
• Provide line support for the assembly cell and is the next level of escalation after the cell expert for manufacturing issues related to safety and process quality
• Perform daily replenishment route checks of floor stock items, prioritizing assembly cells when signaled by light.
• Report existing or pending part shortages to Department Facilitator and Supply Chain Specialist
• Complete timely and accurate updating of SAP system material information
• Perform accurate electronic scale and hand counts

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.

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Basic math skills
• Proficiency with computer inquiries and transactions
• Some heavy lifting required (up to 50 lbs.)
• Must be able to work well as a team member
• Forklift experience

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.

Danfoss is an EO employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.

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