Assembler / 1st Shift
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 12, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 11, 2026.
The Impact You'll Make
Danfoss Hydraulics Division is currently seeking an Assembler to join our team. The position is based at our Searcy, Arkansas facility. The primary function is to assemble valves according to customers’ requirements, be responsible for due dates of customer orders to meet plant measurements (service level, productivity, scrap and first pass yield). Actively support and strive to meet the strategic goals set by yourself, the facility and Danfoss.
This is a 1st Shift, Union position.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Assemble and erect precision assemblies and sub-assemblies having close tolerances and critical operating requirements where fitting, alignment and adjustment of components, units and completed assembly are critical.
- Work from detailed assembly drawings and specifications. Inspect parts for proper machining finish and dimensions, check and test sub-assemblies and units.
- Perform fitting, adjusting, calibrating, and aligning to ensure free action and movement of parts, tolerance fits and operating requirements.
- Air test valves before final test and assists in packing out completed valves, coordinates build ticket number with valves to be shipped in shipping department.
- May be assigned to manually inspect, clean, and deburr both interior and exterior of valve bodies and covers by utilizing hand tools to remove particles from inside the valve body.
- May be assigned to prepare and apply paint according to prescribed methods.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger dexterity, handle, or feel objects tools or controls, turn/twist, bend at waist, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, dept perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
What We're Looking For
Required (Basic) Qualifications:
High School diploma or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications:
Six (6) to 12 months general assembly experience to become familiar with methods, parts, products, tools and equipment used and to attain dexterity and proficiency requirement.
Position Criteria:
Must be able to work from detailed assembly drawings and specifications.
Use precision measuring instruments, testing devices and equipment to check parts, unit, fits and operating requirements.
Use hand and bench power tools, torsion wrenches, forming jigs and assembly fixtures.
Ability to read blueprints and bill of materials.
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! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.
Our Commitment to Transparency
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The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Any benefits listed do 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.
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