Night Shift Pleater Operator

Donaldson; Frankfort (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Donaldson, located in Frankfort, IN, is seeking a Pleater Operator for the 3rd shift (10:30 p.m. – 6:30 a.m.) to assemble filtration products in a collaborative, on-site setting. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and timely production.

You will operate pleating equipment, perform maintenance, ensure quality per prints and route sheets, and work with material handlers to supply media promptly. This is a full-time, on-site position with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Pleat media within acceptable standards.
• Problem solve efficiently and effectively with mechanical aptitude.
• Coordinate work for pleater crew and work in a team environment toward a common goal.
• Work effectively with limited supervision.
• Combination of education and experience, generally acquired through a high school diploma, or equivalent.

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. Performing preventative maintenance on all assigned equipment.
• Pleat media within acceptable quality and quantity standards as stated in the prints and/or route sheets.
• Plan for production on shift to provide line with continuous and constant assemblies.
• Coordinate work of the pleater crew and communicate effectively with crew members to correctly assemble product.
• Communicate effectively with material handlers to ensure correct media is supplied to the line in a timely manner.
• Perform quality checks and tests as assigned, following first piece and setup sheets.
• Monitor production on line by noting variation of production rates between pleater and potting and notifying the Team Leader when variation causes pleater rate to decrease.
• Comply with all DOT, HAZMAT and environmental policies and procedures. Using all designated Personal Protective Equipment as required.
• Other duties may be assigned to fulfill Donaldson’s mission, vision and strategic plan objectives.

Skills

Pleat media

Mechanical aptitude

Team coordination

Limited supervision

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Donaldson, located in Frankfort, IN, is seeking a Pleater Operator for the 3rd shift (10:30 p.m. – 6:30 a.m.) to assemble filtration products in a collaborative, on-site setting. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and timely production.

You will operate pleating equipment, perform maintenance, ensure quality per prints and route sheets, and work with material handlers to supply media promptly. This is a full-time, on-site position with competitive pay and benefits.