Pleater Operator - 3rd Shift

USA Donaldson Company Inc.; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Donaldson Company is seeking a Pleater Operator for the Frankfort, IN location. This on-site, third-shift position runs from 10:30 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities include pleating media, operating fixtures, conducting quality checks, and coordinating with the pleater crew and material handlers to keep production flowing. Safety and paperwork duties are also required.

Qualifications

• Pleat media within acceptable standards.
• Problem solve efficiently and effectively with mechanical aptitude.
• Coordinate work for pleater crew in a team environment.
• Work effectively with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Recognize operations and machines involved with media pleating.
• Operate and maintain pleating fixtures and equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Ensure quality and quantity standards per prints/route sheets.
• Plan production to provide continuous line assemblies.
• Coordinate pleater crew and communicate with material handlers.
• Complete related paperwork (scrap reports, usage sheets, tests).
• Monitor production rates and report variations to Team Leader.

Skills

Pleat media handling

Mechanical aptitude

Team coordination

Work with limited supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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.

The Pleater Operator role at our Frankfort, IN location involves working collaboratively to assemble filtration products in an innovative, team-oriented environment. This is a 3rd shift on‑site position, with hours from 10:30 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.

Role 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 in order to provide line with continuous and constant assemblies
• Coordinate work of the pleater crew and communicating 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 set-up sheets.
• Completing all applicable paperwork (scrap report, media usage sheet, media testing sheet, oil runs, etc.)
• 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

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.

Minimum Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Problem solve efficiently and effectively and make sound decisions
• Retain knowledge of the department of operation
• Communicate and Interact constructively effectively with all plant employees
• Maintain accurate records and Exhibit attention to detail while maintaining consistent high quality in work habits
• Adhere to safety procedures
• Perform a variety of tasks throughout the day in a fast paced work environment
• React to change productively and to handle other tasks as assigned
• Maintain a pattern of regular and predictable attendance
• Conduct yourself in a professional manner as a leader in your area of the line

Hourly Rate: $27.44 Actual salaries may vary based on several factors, including but not limited to applicable work experience, training, education, and performance. This position is eligible for an annual incentive plan based on performance and company growth.

Employee benefits are part of the competitive total rewards package that Donaldson Company, Inc. provides to you. Our comprehensive benefits program includes health benefits, retirement plan (401k), paid time away, paid leaves (including paid paternal leave), tuition reimbursement and more.

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.

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.

Donaldson Company helps solve some of the world's most complex filtration and contamination control challenges, and is one of the largest global providers of unique filtration technologies and high-quality filters and parts. Our filtration technologies and products are used every day, in a variety of industries and environments, including aerospace, agriculture, construction, food and beverage, manufacturing, mining, power generation, transportation and many more. Key to our success, our 14,000 employees support customers at sales, manufacturing and distribution centers from over 140 locations on six continents. The filtration market continues to grow. Customers' needs for filtration solutions continue to evolve. And the opportunities for our products and our people continue to expand. Learn more at www.donaldson.com.