Pleating Machine Operator - 1st Shift (Dixon, IL)

Donaldson Company; Dixon (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Donaldson Company in Dixon, IL is hiring a Machine Operator for 1st shift. The role involves pleating media to specification and supplying it for filter assembly. Hours are Monday through Thursday, 4:00am to 2:00pm, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and safety.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, ability to read blueprints, operate computer systems, and use precision measurement tools. Manufacturing experience and pleating machine familiarity are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 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.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Previous pleating machine operating experience preferred.
• Previous setup experience preferred.

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 prints and/or route sheets.
• Deburring product.
• 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.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Computer systems

Mechanical aptitude

Safety procedures

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Gauges

Calipers

Indicators

Scales

Tape measures

Job description

Donaldson Company in Dixon, IL is hiring a Machine Operator for 1st shift. The role involves pleating media to specification and supplying it for filter assembly. Hours are Monday through Thursday, 4:00am to 2:00pm, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and safety.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, ability to read blueprints, operate computer systems, and use precision measurement tools. Manufacturing experience and pleating machine familiarity are preferred.