Assemblers - 2nd shift

USA Donaldson Company Inc.; Nicholasville (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

USA Donaldson Company Inc. is looking for an Assembler in Nicholasville, KY to perform assembly tasks on a specialized product line. The role requires strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to handle materials with forklifts and cranes.

Successful candidates will have a high school diploma or GED and experience with assembly processes. The position shifts are from 3 p.m. to 1 a.m. Monday to Thursday, and it complies with all safety policies.

Qualifications

• Experience in material handling using various equipment.
• Mechanical aptitude vital for assembly tasks.
• Ability to understand instructions in written and verbal form.

Responsibilities

• Gather relevant blueprints and necessary parts for assembly.
• Use hand tools and mechanical ability to assemble products.
• Test equipment and perform quality inspections on completed products.
• Operate cranes and handle material transport.

Skills

Material handling with forklifts

Mechanical aptitude

Quality consciousness

Ability to read blueprints

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Overview

Assembler – Nicholasville, KY

Shift: 2nd shift (Mon–Thu, 3p.m.–1a.m.)

Responsibilities

• Gather relevant blueprints; build sheets and necessary parts and hardware for assembly.
• Use mechanical ability, work instructions and hand tools to assemble products.
• Test equipment when necessary.
• Operate overhead cranes and lifting devices.
• Handle and transport material.
• Perform quality inspection, fill out necessary paperwork, and file records.
• Package, crate assembled products, and load for shipment.
• Comply with all DOT, HAZMAT and environmental policies and procedures.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement and kaizen events.
• Successfully complete annual RCRA Hazardous Waste and DOT Hazardous Material Training (if applicable).

Other duties may be assigned to fulfill Donaldson’s mission, vision and strategic plan objectives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Material handling with forklifts, cranes, carts, etc.
• Display mechanical aptitude and quality consciousness.
• Ability to read blueprints and understand verbal and written instructions.
• High School Diploma, GED, or previous experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Display mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving ability for a highly customized product line.
• Perform a variety of tasks throughout the day in a steady work environment.

Immigration Sponsorship

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. No sponsorship will be offered.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Donaldson is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, expression, or other status protected by law.