Assembly Technician - 1st Shift

USA Donaldson Company Inc.; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Donaldson Company Inc. is seeking a hands-on assembler for engine air filtration systems used in aircraft. The role focuses on accurate assembly, adherence to engineering data, and strict PPE and safety procedures.

You will read engineering documents, document outcomes, and maintain precise records while working with varied hand and pneumatic tools. This position emphasizes quality, reliability, and teamwork in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Perform work within acceptable standards.
• Communicate effectively with all plant employees.
• Problem solve efficiently and effectively.
• Work effectively with limited supervision.
• Exhibit mechanical aptitude.
• Retain knowledge of the department of operation.
• Make sound decisions.
• Maintain consistent high quality in work habits.

Responsibilities

• Assemble engine air filtration systems for aircraft.
• Ensure compliant manufacture and workmanship of assemblies per engineering data and plant procedures.
• Work with and around chemicals and follow PPE standards.
• Interpret drawings and instructions to ensure proper build completion.
• Document job completion paperwork.
• Accurately manage records and timekeeping.
• Install rivets with pneumatic and hand squeezes.
• Use powered hand tools (drills).
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Effective communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Decision making

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Pneumatic drills

Riveting tools

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.

Role Responsibilities

• Assembly of engine air filtration systems for aircraft
• Ensure compliant manufacture and workmanship of assemblies, as defined by engineering data and plant procedures
• Work with and around a variety of chemicals and follow all standards regarding PPE
• Interpret engineering drawings, work instructions, and other documents to ensure proper build completion
• Effectively document job completion paperwork
• Accurately and efficiently manage records and timekeeping.
• Installing rivets with pneumatic and hand squeezes
• Use of powered hand tools (drills)
• Other duties as required

Minimum Qualifications

• Perform work within acceptable standards
• Communicate effectively with all plant employees.
• Problem solve efficiently and effectively.
• Work effectively with limited supervision.
• Exhibit mechanical aptitude.
• Retain knowledge of the department of operation.
• Make sound decisions.
• Maintain consistent high quality in work habits.

Preferred Qualifications

• A combination of education and experience, generally acquired through the attainment of a high school diploma, or equivalent.
• Adhere to safety procedures.
• Exhibit attention to detail.
• Perform a variety of tasks throughout the day in a fast paced work environment.
• Interact constructively and effectively with all plant employees.

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 Employment opportunities for positions in the United States may require use of information which is subject to the export control regulations of the United States. Hiring decisions for such positions are required by law to be made in compliance with these regulations. Applicants for employment opportunities in other countries must be able to meet the comparable export control requirements of that country and of the United States.

Donaldson Company helps solve some of the world's most complex filtration and contamination control challenges, and is one of the largest global providers of unique filtration technologies and high-quality filters and parts. Our filtration technologies and products are used every day, in a variety of industries and environments, including aerospace, agriculture, construction, food and beverage, manufacturing, mining, power generation, transportation and many more. Key to our success, our 14,000 employees support customers at sales, manufacturing and distribution centers from over 140 locations on six continents. The filtration market continues to grow. Customers' needs for filtration solutions continue to evolve. And the opportunities for our products and our people continue to expand. Learn more at www.donaldson.com.