Distribution Technician / 1st Shift
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 22, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 19, 2026.
The Impact You'll Make
This individual will package, kit and/or ship products and materials, receive products and materials, audit materials and processes for quality, ensure inventory integrity, perform a variety of material handling and related data entry activities, and prepare necessary distribution-related documents.
This is a 1st Shift position.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Efficiently and safely perform a variety of material handling activities including loading/unloading freight, stacking and moving palletized materials, storing and retrieving materials from vertical storage racks
- Package, label, move, and complete required documentation in response to a variety of distribution types of instructions
- Perform operations 80 activities: including adding plugs, seals, removing paint over spray, and ensuring all motors are up to Danfoss’s quality standards before shipping to Danfoss customers
- Resolve allocation/shortage problems by working effectively with schedulers and others (both Danfoss people and external suppliers), as required
- Perform a variety of shipping activities including scheduling of freight carriers and ensuring that all goods and paperwork (including domestic and export documentation) is accurate and complete per customer orders
- Communicate effectively with customers to address and resolve shipping-related problems
- Receive inbound freight and expedited shipments and MRO/Commodity deliveries, ensure documents are complete and accurate, distribute documents and notify recipients per established procedures, and ensure proper data entry into necessary computerized data base(s)
- Generate kit orders from customer orders & kanban demand, then build/assemble/package kit orders, pulling parts and prioritizing activities per manual and computerized order requirements.
- Monitor stock levels against order requirements and take appropriate actions to resolve allocation & shortage problems
- Perform audit, inventory location assignments, cycle counting and other audit and control activities to effectively maintain accuracy of required inventories
- Perform housekeeping duties on each shift along with provisional standards meeting 5-S requirements
- Perform tasks as necessary to meet other ELS requirement, i.e. set-up reduction, CFM, error proofing, etc.
- Perform procedures necessary to ensure compliance with the Danfoss Safety Process and ensure the personal safety of the incumbent including eye safety, hearing conservation, machine safety guards, ergonomic movement, lock out/tag out, MSDS procedures and OHSA regulations
- Assist in maintaining an atmosphere of continuous improvement and team efforts for accomplishing departmental and plant goals
- Meet standards as communicated by supervisor
What We're Looking For
Basic Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution
Minimum of eight (8) months distribution experience similar to packaging/shipping/receiving
No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates that currently reside within the immediate geographical area of Shawnee, Oklahoma will be considered
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated ability to perform self-directed work with a minimum of supervision.
Demonstrated basic computer data entry skills.
Demonstrated ability to interact positively with other employees in a team-oriented environment.
Ability to read, understand and effectively apply information contained in all applicable documents.
Ability and willingness to work overtime, weekends and any shift as needed.
Ability to lift 50-75 pounds occasionally and up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis.
Position Criteria
- Ability to stand, sit and/or walk on a hard surface as well as safely bend, stoop, reach, climb steps and use ladder up to eight (8) hours per day, occasionally up to 12 hours per day.
- Vision to accurately read all related distribution documents and computer monitor screens.
- Ability to lift 50-75 pounds occasionally and up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis.
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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