Fabricator/Assembler (Spotwelder) Level III - 2nd Shift

Donaldson Company; Greeneville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Donaldson Company is seeking a production welder/operator to join a fast-paced assembly line. You will set up and run spot welders and H-clip machines, form liners, and ensure quality per blueprints. Strong teamwork, safety focus, and the ability to adapt to changing tasks are essential to keep the line productive.

Applicants must read blueprints, perform basic math, and maintain attendance. Prior experience on an industrial line and ability to lift heavy liners are preferred.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Complies with safety, DOT, HAZMAT and environmental policies and PPE requirements.
• Sets-up and operates spot welders and H-clips for steel; performs change-overs with no line stoppages.
• Forms liners within quality and quantity standards per blue prints/route sheets.
• Fits and positions product weldments using fixtures, jigs and rollers as applicable.
• Understands welder, H-clip machine, and roller table functions to ensure safe, correct operations.
• Communicates effectively with assembly line teammates and leadership to maintain production rate.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Math skills

Team communication

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

Welding equipment

H-clips machine

Roller table

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:

• Complies with all safety, DOT, HAZMAT and environmental policies and procedures, including wearing all designated Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required.
• Sets-up and operates different types of spot welders and H-clips for steel. Performs proficient change-overs with no line stoppages.
• Forms liners within acceptable quality and quantity standards as stated in the blue prints/route sheets.
• Fits and positions product weldments having a number of parts, using welding and welding fixtures, jigs and rollers where applicable.
• Recognizes and understands the functions and capabilities of the welder, H-clip machine, and roller table to ensure safe, correct and efficient operations.
• Communicates effectively with others on the assembly line (pleater operator, funnel table operators, material handlers, leadership, etc.) to help keep the line operating at the desired production rate.
• Completes all applicable paperwork (scrap sheets, return to stock, safety checks, first piece sheets, etc.) in a timely and accurate manner.
• Performs preventative maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Utilizes mechanical ability, work instructions and hand tools to complete daily tasks.
• Maintains cleanliness and safety (6s) in work area as well as involved with continuous improvement (CI) initiatives.
• Maintains routed standards and other key job performance metrics (change over time, scrap, return to stock, etc.)
• Must be able to work scheduled overtime hours as well as over/under coverage as needed.
• Assists other departments as assigned.
• Performs 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 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 to change positively and to 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/weight liner with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education consisting of a high school diploma/GED or a minimum of one (1) or two (2) years of related experience in lieu of education.

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

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.