Fabricator/Assembler I - 1st Shift

USA Donaldson Company Inc.; Greeneville (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Donaldson Company is hiring for a manufacturingrole focused on fabrication and assembly in a team environment. You will safely perform basic tasks under supervision, read drawings, and follow work guides to meet precise specifications.

The role requires attention to quality, ability to use measuring devices, and collaboration to achieve daily production goals while maintaining safe, organized workspaces. Company values lean practices and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and routings.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and reliability.
• Consistent and punctual attendance.
• Physical ability to lift and move metal tubing and components.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform basic fabrication and assembly tasks under supervision.
• Maintain attention to quality and report defects promptly.
• Operate basic hand tools and simple machinery to assist processing.
• Follow drawings or work guides to meet specifications.
• Assist in setup and operation of equipment like saws and welders.
• Use jigs and clamps to align workpieces with accuracy.
• Keep area clean and support lean manufacturing practices.
• Collaborate with team to meet daily production goals.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Quality focus

Teamwork

Safety conscious

Tools

Fabrication 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.

Roles Responsibilities

• Safely perform basic fabrication and assembly tasks under supervision, following company and regulatory standards.
• Maintain attention to quality; promptly report defective materials or unusual conditions to supervision.
• Operate basic hand tools and simple machinery to assist with processing and assembling components.
• Follow instructions, drawings, or work guides to complete assigned tasks within required specifications.
• Assist in the setup and operation of equipment such as saws, shears, and spot welders under direction.
• Use jigs, fixtures, and clamps to align and secure workpieces with accuracy.
• Handle, move, and lift materials safely, including tubing and components.
• Keep work area clean, organized, and safe; support 6S/lean manufacturing practices.
• Work collaboratively with team members to meet daily production goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, standard work documents, routings, and use measuring devices (e.g., calipers, tape measures, gauges).
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and reliability.
• Consistent and punctual attendance.
• Physical ability to lift, move, and handle metal tubing and related materials as required.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in a manufacturing or fabrication
• Familiarity with fabrication tools
• Experience interpreting detailed technical drawings or specifications.
• Knowledge of 6S, lean manufacturing, or continuous improvement practices.

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.

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.

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.