Fabricator / Assembler - Lev III (Spotwelder) - 3rd Shift

USA Donaldson Company Inc.; Greeneville (TN); On-site; USD 2,066,400 - 3,444,000; Full time

Job summary

Donaldson Company Inc. in Greeneville, TN is seeking a dedicated welder/assembly team member to support the production line. You will set up and operate spot welders and related equipment, ensure safety protocols, and maintain quality by following blueprints and routings.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, teamwork, and flexibility for overtime, with responsibilities covering paperwork, maintenance, and continuous improvement while upholding 6S standards.

Qualifications

• Understand written and verbal instructions.
• Read blueprints and routings and perform basic math to manage return to stock and scrap.
• Perform a variety of tasks throughout the day in a fast-paced work environment.
• Interact constructively and effectively with team members on the production line to achieve the desired outcomes.
• React positively to change and handle other tasks as assigned.
• Maintain a pattern of regular and predictable attendance.
• Detect unusual conditions or defective material and report to supervisor.
• Have the physical ability to handle any size or weight liner with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all safety, DOT, HAZMAT, and environmental policies and procedures, including wearing all designated PPE.
• Set up and operate spot welders and H‑clips for steel.
• Perform proficient change‑overs with no line stoppages.
• Form liners within acceptable quality and quantity standards as stated in the blueprints/route sheets.
• Fit and position product weldments, using welding fixtures, jigs and rollers where applicable.
• Recognize and understand the functions and capabilities of the welder, H‑clip machine, and roller table to ensure safe, correct and efficient operations.
• Communicate effectively with others on the assembly line to help keep the line operating at the desired production rate.
• Complete all applicable paperwork (scrap sheets, return to stock, safety checks, first‑piece sheets, etc.) in a timely and accurate manner.
• Perform preventative maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Utilize mechanical ability, work instructions and hand tools to complete daily tasks.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety (6S) in the work area and participate in continuous improvement (CI) initiatives.
• Maintain routed standards and other key job performance metrics (change over time, scrap, return to stock, etc.).
• Be able to work scheduled overtime hours as well as over/under coverage as needed.
• Assist other departments as assigned and perform any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Basic math

Fast-paced environment

Team communication

Adaptability

Attendance reliability

Quality awareness

Liner handling

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Comply with all safety, DOT, HAZMAT, and environmental policies and procedures, including wearing all designated personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Set up and operate different types of spot welders and H‑clips for steel.
• Perform proficient change‑overs with no line stoppages.
• Form liners within acceptable quality and quantity standards as stated in the blueprints/route sheets.
• Fit and position product weldments, using welding fixtures, jigs and rollers where applicable.
• Recognize and understand the functions and capabilities of the welder, H‑clip machine, and roller table to ensure safe, correct and efficient operations.
• Communicate effectively with others on the assembly line to help keep the line operating at the desired production rate.
• Complete all applicable paperwork (scrap sheets, return to stock, safety checks, first‑piece sheets, etc.) in a timely and accurate manner.
• Perform preventative maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Utilize mechanical ability, work instructions and hand tools to complete daily tasks.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety (6S) in the work area and participate in continuous improvement (CI) initiatives.
• Maintain routed standards and other key job performance metrics (change over time, scrap, return to stock, etc.).
• Be able to work scheduled overtime hours as well as over/under coverage as needed.
• Assist other departments as assigned and perform any other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Understand written and verbal instructions.
• Read blueprints and routings and perform basic math skills to manage return to stock and scrap.
• Perform a variety of tasks throughout the day in a fast‑paced work environment.
• Interact constructively and effectively with team members on the production line to achieve the desired outcomes.
• React positively to change and handle other tasks as assigned.
• Maintain a pattern of regular and predictable attendance.
• Detect unusual conditions or defective material and report to supervisor.
• Have the physical ability to handle any size or weight liner with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

• High‑school diploma, GED, or a minimum of one (1) or two (2) years of related experience in lieu of education.

Immigration Sponsorship

Applicants must be currently and legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship. 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.

Export Control Compliance

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.

Equal Opportunity

Donaldson Company provides 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 or expression, or other status protected by law.