1st/2nd Shift Production Operator

Chillicothe; Chillicothe (MO); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Donaldson Company, Inc. is seeking a Production Operator in Chillicothe, Missouri to join a fast-paced manufacturing team focused on quality. The role is on site with first shift (5am-3:30pm) and second shift (3:30PM-1:30AM) Monday through Thursday; overtime may be required on Fridays/Saturdays as needed.

Benefits and paid time off are provided after qualification. Responsibilities include fabricating parts, assembling, painting, inspecting with calipers and gauges, and ensuring compliance with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Six months manufacturing/production experience or equivalent.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate metal and media-based parts at workstations using hand tools, jigs, fixtures and power tools.
• Paint, assemble and package units to specifications and rework materials as needed.
• Operate multiple types of machinery to process materials and assemblies.
• Inspect parts using quality tools and complete first piece inspections.
• Follow work instructions and routings; maintain safety and environmental policies.

Skills

Inspect with quality tools

Read blueprints & routings

Lift & stand for long periods

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

90-day probation completion

Regular attendance

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift/powered lifts

Job description

The Production Operator in Chillicothe, Missouri will work in a fast-paced manufacturing team environment focused on providing quality products for our customers. You will be challenged daily to meet our goals and thrive in a continuous improvement environment. This role is on site and for first shift, 5am-3:30pm, 2nd shift 3:30PM-1:30AM Monday through Thursday. Overtime for Friday/Saturday can be mandated or voluntary depending on business needs. Donaldson offers a competitive benefits package and paid time off once qualified.

Role Responsibilities

• Fabricate metal and or media-based parts at workstations to create small to medium sized assemblies or subassemblies using hand tools, jigs, fixtures, and miscellaneous power tools/machines, equipment with blueprints and route sheets.
• Paint and or assemble/package units to customer requirements/specifications and rework materials/assemblies when necessary. Fit, align, calibrate, and adjust parts and mechanisms to meet tolerances and product operating requirements.
• Lifting, moving, and standing at workstations. Operate multiple types of machinery to process materials/assemblies through facility.
• Inspect parts using quality inspection tools such as calipers, height gages, etc.
• Complete first piece inspections and non-conformance reports.
• Evaluate and calibrate parts in accordance with acceptance test procedures.
• Understand and follow work instructions and routings.
• Complies with all DOT, HAZMAT, Donaldson Safety Framework and environmental policies/laws/rules and company codes of conduct/procedures.
• Uses all designated Personal Protective Equipment as required.
• While this list is representative of essential job duties, it is not an all-inclusive list of duties required to perform this role. Other duties may be assigned in order to fulfill Donaldson’s mission, vision, and strategic plan objectives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education consisting of a high school diploma or GED.
• Six months experience in manufacturing, assembly or production/warehousing environment. Vocational training(certification) in building trades, automotive, or welding can be substituted for manufacturing experience.
• Must be able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds routinely and stand/assemble product at workstations for extended periods of time.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to inspect assemblies using quality inspection tools.
• Ability to read/interpret blueprints, routings, and work instructions.
• Ability to lift/carry assemblies and stand for extended periods at workstations.
• Ability to Perform a variety of tasks safely throughout the day in a fast-paced work environment. Ability to react to change productively and to manage other tasks as assigned.
• Interact constructively and effectively with all plant employees while following Donaldson company policies/procedures.
• Ability to work in a team environment toward a common goal. Ability to Successfully complete a 90-day probationary period.
• Maintain a pattern of regular and predictable attendance and available/willing to work on off (non-traditional hours) shifts. No more than two unexcused absences during 90-day probation.
• Experience and or certification operating a forklift/powered lifts.

Hourly Pay Rate: $21.75, depending on relevant experience, qualifications, and skills. This will increase to $24.23 (+.50 cents shift differential) after successful completion of 90-day probation. Union membership/dues are required per the Chillicothe Business Agreement (contract) provisions after successful completion of probation. This position is overtime eligible as per state and federal regulations.

Employee benefits are part of the competitive total rewards package that Donaldson Company, Inc. provides to you. Our comprehensive benefits program includes health benefits, retirement plan (401k), paid time away, paid leaves and more.

Immigration Sponsorship Not Available

• Applicants for this position must be currently and legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, J-1, F-1, CPT, OPT, etc.).
• Donaldson will not offer immigration sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.
• International relocation or remote work arrangements outside of the U.S. will not be considered.