Assemblers - Air Filtration Fabrication 1st shift

Donaldson; Nicholasville (KY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Donaldson in Nicholasville, KY is seeking an assembler to join our on-site manufacturing team building Industrial Air Filtration systems. This 1st shift role runs Monday through Thursday, 5 a.m. to 3 p.m., focusing on accuracy, safety, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

You will read blueprints, handle materials with forklifts and cranes, and perform quality inspections to ensure compliant products. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and a practical mechanical aptitude; prior

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (or prior experience) required.
• Ability to read blueprints and follow written instructions.
• Experience with material handling and use of forklifts/cranes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Gather blueprints, build sheets, and parts for assembly.
• Assemble products using hand tools per instructions.
• Test equipment when necessary and ensure quality checks.
• Operate overhead cranes and lifting devices.
• Package and ship assembled products; maintain records.
• Comply with DOT, HAZMAT and environmental policies.
• Participate in continuous improvement and kaizen events.
• Complete required safety trainings.

Skills

Material Handling

Mechanical Aptitude

Quality Conscious

Blueprint Reading

Reading Instructions

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

Donaldson is committed to solving the world’s most complex filtration challenges. Together, we make cool things. As an established technology and innovation leader, we are continuously evolving to meet the filtration needs of our changing world. Join a culture of collaboration and innovation that matters and a chance to learn, effect change, and make meaningful contributions at work and in communities.

Assembler

At our Nicholasville, KY location involves working collaboratively to assemble Industrial Air Filtration systems in an innovative team orientated environment. This is a 1st shift onsite role, with hours Monday - Thursday 5 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Role 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
• Operation of Overhead Cranes and lifting devices
• Material Handling and Transportation of Product
• Perform quality inspection and fill out necessary paperwork for record
• Package and crate assembled products and load for shipment
• Complies with all DOT, HAZMAT and environmental policies and procedures
• Active involvement in DPS through continuous improvement and kaizen events
• Successfully complete annual RCRA Hazardous Waste and DOT Hazardous Material Training (if applicable)

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

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to demonstrate ability to:

• Material Handling with forklifts, cranes, carts, etc.
• Display mechanical aptitude
• Quality conscious
• Ability to read blueprints, and understand verbal and written instructions
• High School Diploma, GED, or prior experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Display mechanical aptitude and ability to solve complex problems resulting from a highly customized product line
• Perform a variety of tasks throughout the day in a steady work environment

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability and Veterans

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Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law.