Job Description
Danfoss in Freeport has an opening for a Material Handler/Truck Driver. The hours for this position are Monday - Friday 6:00 am – 6:00 pm with the potential for overtime.
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
Team members must be able to work together closely and assist each other performing all phases of material handling related functions. Initiative, cooperation and good communication skills are essential to be an effective contributor to the team. Team members are expected to perform all related functions of their job classification on ensuring the accuracy of inventory picks and stores. Accurately processing product for shipping, stocking, and transferring of materials throughout the facility. Works from appropriate system generated reports as well as special instructions from Team Leader or Manager. Basic computer skills necessary. Daily housekeeping and organization are required. Will use fork trucks, electric and hand trucks or hoists to perform tasks. Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned. Responsible for following all department control plans and procedures including TPE, ISO, and VPP programs. Receives training from Team Leader or other classifications regarding the above related duties. The employee needs to be able to work overtime and weekends. Fork truck experience is a requirement with sit down fork truck experience preferred.
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:
Fork truck experience required.
High School Diploma/GED
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk or hear, use hands to finger, handle or feel, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, reach with hands and arms,
The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance,
The employee is regularly required to lift up to 35 pounds.
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.
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.
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