Jigs & Fixtures Technician

Danfoss in Utica is seeking a Jigs and Fixtures Technician. The hours for this position are Monday – Friday 7:00 am – 3:00 pm. This position provides support to Production Operations in repairing and maintaining production equipment throughout the Plant.

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.

• Operates Zeiss Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) to measure dimensions of production jigs and determine if they pass/fail.
• Visualize and compute dimensions, sizes, shapes, and tolerances of fixtures, based on specifications.
• Compares recorded measurements to blueprint dimensions and tolerances and notifies specified persons of discrepancies.
• Develop and implement computer programs using Calypso software.
• Other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and/or leadership to meet business objectives.
• Stop production if unsafe parts, actions or poor quality conditions exist.
• Performs basic maintenance duties and repairs as assigned.
• Complete all required reporting and documentation.
• Able to perform shift work on an 8.5-hour shift schedule, including working in a cleanroom environment per semi-conductor industry and Danfoss Silicon Power. protocol/requirements

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:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred.
• Verify dimensions, alignments, and clearances of jigs for conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as calipers, gauge blocks, micrometers, CMM and dial indicators.
• Reads blueprints to determine dimensions and tolerance specifications per GD&T.
• Physically capable of prolonged standing and working in awkward positions while performing maintenance.
• Available to work overtime including weekends and evenings.

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $26.50+ 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.

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 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.