Machine Operator - Pleating & Filtration Production

Donaldson; Dixon (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive plan

Health benefits

401k retirement plan

Paid time away

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Donaldson in Dixon, IL, is seeking a Machine Operator to produce pleated media and supply it for filters. Hours are 1st shift, Monday through Thursday, 4:00am–2:00pm.

You’ll operate pleating machines, read blueprints, perform quality checks, and collaborate with material handlers to ensure correct media is supplied to the line. The role requires adherence to safety procedures, basic maintenance, and thorough paperwork.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to communicate and interact constructively and effectively with all plant employees
• Ability to read blueprints
• Ability to operate computer systems
• Ability to utilize gauges, calipers, indicators, scales, and tape measures.
• Exhibit mechanical aptitude
• Adhere to safety procedures
• Perform a variety of tasks throughout the day in a fast-paced work environment

Responsibilities

• Recognize and understand the operations and machines involved with the media pleating process
• Recognize and understand the functions and capabilities of the pleating fixtures
• Pleat media within acceptable quality and quantity standards as stated in the prints and/or route sheets
• Communicate effectively with material handlers to ensure the correct media is supplied to the line promptly
• Perform quality checks and tests as assigned
• Follow the first piece and set-up sheets
• Complete all applicable paperwork (scrap report, media usage sheet, media testing sheet, oil runs, etc.)
• Monitor production online by noting variation of production rates between pleater and potting and notifying the Team Leader when variation causes the pleater rate to decrease
• Perform preventative maintenance on all assigned equipment
• Comply with all DOT, HAZMAT and environmental policies and procedures. Using all designated Personal Protective Equipment as required
• 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.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Mechanical aptitude

Safety procedures

Computer systems

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Gauges

Calipers

Indicators

Scales

Tape measures

Job description

Donaldson in Dixon, IL, is seeking a Machine Operator to produce pleated media and supply it for filters. Hours are 1st shift, Monday through Thursday, 4:00am–2:00pm.

You’ll operate pleating machines, read blueprints, perform quality checks, and collaborate with material handlers to ensure correct media is supplied to the line. The role requires adherence to safety procedures, basic maintenance, and thorough paperwork.