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Production Operations Technician​/3rd Shift

Job in Ames, Story County, Iowa, 50011, USA
Listing for: Danfoss
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-13
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Assembly, Production Associate / Production Line, Production QC/QA
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 19 - 28 USD Hourly USD 19.00 28.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

The Impact You'll Make

A Production Operations Technician encompasses the job functions required to coordinate parts, assemble, test, paint, package, and ship company products. The POT performs a variety of manufacturing tasks that generally include assembling, operating equipment, setting up machines, testing, and dismantling unit assemblies and complex subassembly workstations according to standard work instructions.

A Production Operations Technician encompasses the job functions required to coordinate parts, assemble, test, paint, package, and ship company products. The POT performs a variety of manufacturing tasks that generally include assembling, operating equipment, setting up machines, testing, and dismantling unit assemblies and complex subassembly workstations according to standard work instructions.

This is a 3rd Shift position, with work hours from Sunday through Thursday, 10:00 pm to 6:00 am.

What You’ll Be Doing
  • Monitor production lines and equipment to ensure optimal performance and identify any issues or malfunctions.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve equipment and machinery problems to minimize downtime and maintain production efficiency.
  • Conduct routine maintenance tasks, including cleaning, lubricating, and adjusting machinery to ensure proper operation.
  • Collaborate with the engineering team to implement process improvements and optimize production workflows.
  • Perform quality control inspections to ensure products meet company standards and customer specifications.
  • Document and report any production issues, equipment failures, or quality concerns to the appropriate stakeholders.
  • Follow all safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.
  • Assist in training new production operators on equipment operation and safety procedures.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, engineering, and quality assurance, to resolve production-related issues.
  • Rotate among all stations within each assembly cell performing repetitive work at a consistent pace to meet customer demands.
  • Work overtime as needed to
  • Other duties as assigned.
Additional Requirements And Skills

Attendance:
Rarely absent or late, pre-schedules and pre-approves absences.

Safety:
Follows safety & housekeeping standards and procedures, uses appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), looks after the safety of others.

Quality:
Follows standard work procedures, self acknowledges and corrects mistakes, works to avoid errors and get it right the first time.

Required Qualifications What We're Looking For
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
Preferred Qualifications
  • Prior experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Technical or vocational training/certification
Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for long periods of time; use hands or fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to walk and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

While performing the duties of this job the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts. The employee has the potential to be exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is at a level the company recommends hearing protection. The employee must be physically able to wear appropriate PPE.

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