Job Information
Danfoss Rubber Manufacturing Operator in Newbern, Tennessee
Rubber Manufacturing Operator
Requisition ID: 38974
Job Location(s):
Newbern, TN, US
Job Description
Danfoss in Newbern, TN has an opening for a 3rd Shift Line Loader. The Line Loader will provide mixer and weigh prep with raw materials for mixing rubber.
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 Year’s. We pride ourselves on growing our human potential and encourage career growth within our facilities.
Job Responsibilities
1.
At the start of each shift, check the schedule to see how many batches of which compounds will be run that day. Figure up the weight/amount of each raw material to bring to Mixer operator.
Check the stock of the raw materials to ensure there is enough for that day; order more through RMF shipping office if necessary.
Operate fork lift to move skids of raw materials to Mixer – operate guillotine to cut some of the solid materials into smaller sizes.
Monitor the bins in the Weigh Prep aisles – refill each chemical as is necessary.
Monitor the clay bags, oil tanks, and carbon black hoppers. Refill when necessary.
Refilling clay bags: use fork lift to bring empty bag down, unhook, hook up new bag, raise back into clay racks, throw away old clay bag.
Refilling oil tanks: pull barrel off its skid (physically difficult), attach the barrel accessory to the fork lift, hook around barrel, open barrel with bung wrench, use wheel/chain to tilt barrel over the oil bins.
Refilling carbon black hoppers: Check trailers at the back of plant that hold the carbon black at the start of the shift to ensure there is enough carbon black present. Monitor the hoppers to see if/when the level of carbon black gets low. Select the correct inlet and hopper and transfer black from the trailers into the hopper.
Mixers run through approximately 10 batches per hour – the Set Up operator must constantly check Mixer’s status, as well as that of the Weigh Prep and oil/clay/carbon black – to ensure the other operators always have what they need and do not get behind.
- Monitor machine at all times to visually ensure proper operation and quality of product.
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:
- High School Diploma or GED
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.
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 42.000 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 42.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.