Job Description
Job Title:  Machine Operator (2nd, 3rd and 4th Shift)
Req ID:  42580
Job Location (Short):  Van Wert, OH, USA
Employment Type:  Full Time
Segment: 
Job Category:  Supply Chain and Operations
Work Location Type:  On-site

Job Description

As a Machine Operator, you will play a crucial role in producing high-quality components by operating production equipment safely and ensuring all parts comply with Danfoss quality standards. Your efforts contribute to efficient production processes and uphold our commitment to delivering dependable products to customers worldwide.

We currently offer the following shifts:
 3rd Shift Tuesday – Friday | 8:15 PM – 6:15 AM or 8:00 PM – 6:00 AM OR Monday – Friday | 10:30 PM – 6:30 AM
 4th Shift - Friday – Sunday | 5:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Starting Pay: $17.50 – $18.55 per hour Shift Premium: $1.50 for 3rd shift Sign-on Bonus – Up to $2,500, based on experience and shift selection.

Employees qualify for benefits starting on their first day, including medical, dental, vision coverage, 401(k) plans, tuition reimbursement, an annual bonus program, and paid parental leave for all parents. Our workplace features a fully climate-controlled facility and many additional perks. Danfoss provides three weeks of paid time off, accrued with each bi-weekly paycheck, including a paid shutdown week between Christmas and New Year’s. We are committed to developing our employees' potential and fostering career advancement within our organization.

Job Responsibilities

  • Operate and monitor multiple machines to produce high‑quality parts that meet specifications.
  • Inspect parts using gauges and measurement tools to ensure accuracy and consistency.
  • Maintain safe and efficient machine performance by watching cycle times and identifying issues early.
  • Complete basic equipment checks and upkeep to support reliable daily operation.
  • Keep your work area organized and safe to ensure a smooth production flow.

 


 

Background & Skills

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Able to lift to 50 lbs on a regular basis
  • Be able to work without sponsorship
  • Speak English fluently written and verbally
  • Able to read and understand blueprints, control plans, job instructions and measurement tools (i.e. measuring tape)
     

Employee Benefits

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

  • 3 Weeks Paid Time Off
  • Medical and Dental Insurance Effective First Day of Employment
  • Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups
  • 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.

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.

Information at a Glance

 

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.

 

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.360 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.