Top 16 Lead process technician / 1st shift Jobs in Ames, Ia

Production Operations Technician / 1st Shift
Danfoss —Ames, IA
- Overtime
- High school diploma or GED
- Mentoring
- Communication skills
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off
Lead Process Technician / 1st Shift
Danfoss —Ames, IA
- Full-time
- AutoCAD
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- 401(k)
- Tuition reimbursement
First Shift Manufacturing Technician
Critical Materials Recycling, Inc. —Boone, IA
- From $22.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Machine Operator - 3rd Shift
Mrs. Clark's Foods —Ankeny, IA
- $19 an hour
- Overtime
- Entry level
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Production Operator
The Lauridsen Group —Boone, IA
- $23 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- Forklift
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Jimmy John's —Ames, IA
- $15 - $17 an hour
- Part-time
- No education required
- Customer service
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Process Technician - 12 Hour Day Shift (3,2,2,3)
Accu-Mold Corp —Ankeny, IA
- 12 hour shift
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- 5 years
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Production Operations Technician / 1st Shift

Danfoss -
Ames, IA

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
401(k) matching

Qualifications

Manufacturing equipment maintenance
Assembly quality control testing
Machine setup
Equipment setup (production tasks)
Maintaining an organized workspace
Machine cleaning
Industrial equipment troubleshooting
High school diploma or GED
Manufacturing standard operating procedures
Manufacturing facility experience
Paints
Team training
Packaging
Mentoring
Manual assembly
Training machine operators
Factory process monitoring
Quality assurance experience within manufacturing
Clean workspace maintenance
Visual inspection for quality control
Safety standard operating procedures
Communication skills
Mechanical knowledge
Entry level
Under 1 year
Production troubleshooting

Full Job Description

The Impact You'll Make

A Production Operations Technician is responsible for coordinating parts and performing the full range of activities required to assemble, test, paint, package, and ship Danfoss products. This role involves carrying out a variety of manufacturing tasks, including assembling components, operating production equipment, setting up machinery, conducting product tests, and disassembling units or complex subassemblies as needed. All work is performed in accordance with established standard work instructions to ensure consistent quality, safety, and efficiency across the production process.

This is a 1st Shift position, with shift hours 6:00 am to 2:00 pm, Monday through Friday.

What You’ll Be Doing

Monitor production lines and equipment to ensure they run smoothly.
Identify, troubleshoot, and help resolve basic equipment issues to reduce downtime.
Perform routine maintenance such as cleaning, lubricating, and adjusting machines.
Inspect products to ensure they meet quality standards.
Assist in identifying and reporting equipment problems, production issues, or quality concerns.
Follow all safety procedures and help maintain a safe work environment.
Assist with training new operators on equipment and safety.
Rotate through different stations within the assembly cell as needed.
Work overtime when required to support production goals.
Perform other duties as assigned.

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.
Previous experience working on the M46 or S90 pump line. Test stand experience is highly preferred.
Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to operate manufacturing or assembly equipment.
Ability to follow standardized work instructions and maintain consistent production flow.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
Ability to rotate between multiple stations and learn new tasks quickly.
Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Willingness to follow all safety guidelines and maintain a clean, organized workspace.
Reliability in attendance, punctuality, and meeting production expectations.

What You'll Get from Us

We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.

You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.

We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.

You’ll receive benefits including paid time off, paid vacation, 401k retirement plan with company match, personal insurance, tuition reimbursement and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.

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.

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