Machinist Trainee - 2nd Shift

Donaldson; Stevens Point (WI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Prescription drugs

401k plan

Health Savings Account

Life/ Critical Illness

2 weeks paid vacation

13 paid holidays

Job summary

Donaldson seeks a Machinist Trainee in Stevens Point, WI to operate CNC equipment, inspect parts, monitor performance, and assist with setup and maintenance. The role emphasizes hands-on blueprint reading, precision measurement, safety, and continuous learning in a manufacturing setting.

Starting pay is $24.68/hr with a $0.45/hr shift differential for 2nd/3rd shifts. Benefits include medical, dental, prescription, 401k, HSA, life/critical illness, paid vacation, and holidays.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Basic shop math and mechanical aptitude.
• Willingness to learn and follow written and oral directions.
• Ability to stand/walk, lift up to 65 lbs.
• OT and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machining equipment in accordance with safety rules.
• Monitor machine cycles and detect errors, noises, or tool wear.
• Inspect finished parts using gauges, micrometers, calipers and other precision tools.
• Assist with basic setup, tooling changes, coolant, and routine maintenance.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues; perform preventive maintenance.
• Read and interpret basic blueprints and work orders.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Basic math

Willingness to learn

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Some college / trade school

Tools

CNC machines

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.

Machinist Trainee in Stevens Point, WI, supports manufacturing operations by operating CNC equipment, inspecting parts for quality, monitoring machine performance, and assisting with basic setup and maintenance activities. This role provides hands‑on training in blueprint reading, troubleshooting, and precision measurement while promoting safe work practices and continuous learning.

2nd Shift Hours

2:00 PM to 10:00 PM [Monday through Friday] OT include Saturdays as needed.

Probationary training may be required on 1st shift (6:00 AM to 2:00 PM).

Starting pay

Starting pay: $24.68/hr. ($.45/hr shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shift).

Benefits Include

• Medical
• Dental
• Prescription
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Life/ Critical Illness
• 2 weeks paid vacation (prorated 1st year based on hire)
• 13 paid holidays

Role Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machining equipment: Load raw materials and unload finished parts while following safety rules.
• Monitor Production: Watch machine cycles to spot errors, unusual noises, and tool wear.
• Inspect for Quality: learn to measure finished parts using tools like gauges, micrometers and calipers and other precision instruments.
• Learn Setup & Maintenance: Assist with basic machine adjustments, changing tooling, cleaning metal chips, changing coolant, and routine upkeep.
• Learn to troubleshooting of equipment and process issues, perform preventive maintenance.
• Learn to Read Blueprints: Study basic technical drawings and work orders to understand part requirement
• Maintains a pattern of regular attendance and is able to work overtime and weekends if 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 to fulfill Donaldson's mission, vision and strategic plan objectives.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or G.E.D. is required.
• Basic shop math, mechanical aptitude, fundamental computer literacy, and willingness to learn, along with the ability to follow written and oral communications.
• Ability to stand/walk, and lift over 35 lbs. on a continuous basis; lift/carry, bend/reach on a frequent basis; and lift/carry up to 65 lbs. on an occasional basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Some college / trade school and demonstrated mechanical ability.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints

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.