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

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

Job summary

Donaldson Company is seeking a Machine Operator for the Dixon, IL location. The role focuses on producing pleated media to exact specifications and supplying it for assembly into filters.

Shift runs Monday through Thursday, 4:00 am to 2:00 pm, offering a full-time opportunity in a collaborative environment. The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, strong reading of blueprints, and the ability to operate computer systems.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read blueprints and operate computer systems.
• Ability to use gauges, calipers, indicators, scales, and tape measures.
• Exhibit mechanical aptitude and adhere to safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Recognize operations and machines involved with the media pleating process.
• Pleat media within quality specifications per prints and routes.
• Communicate with material handlers to ensure correct media supply.
• Perform quality checks and follow setup sheets.
• Complete paperwork such as scrap reports and media usage sheets.
• Follow safety and DOT/HAZMAT policies.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Mechanical aptitude

Computer literacy

Gauges/calipers/indicators

Safety procedures

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Gauges

Calipers

Indicators

Tape measures

Job description

Donaldson Company is seeking a Machine Operator for the Dixon, IL location. The role focuses on producing pleated media to exact specifications and supplying it for assembly into filters.

Shift runs Monday through Thursday, 4:00 am to 2:00 pm, offering a full-time opportunity in a collaborative environment. The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, strong reading of blueprints, and the ability to operate computer systems.