Punch Press Operator - 1st Shift

Donaldson; Greeneville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Donaldson is a leading filtration technology company seeking a production operator to support stamping and assembly processes at our Tennessee plant. You will follow safety policies, operate punch presses, and inspect parts per blueprints while maintaining accurate production records.

The role requires reading routing sheets, working in a fast-paced environment, and collaborating with team members to achieve production targets.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with 1 year of related experience or 2 years in lieu of education.
• Ability to safely perform tasks in a fast-paced environment including operating forklifts, hoists, and die handlers.
• Ability to read blueprints and routing sheets; understand written and verbal instructions.
• Demonstrated manual dexterity and teamwork to meet production goals.

Responsibilities

• Complies with safety, DOT, HAZMAT and environmental policies and PPE requirements.
• Complete first article inspection reports using various inspection techniques and quality tools.
• Set up and operate punch presses; perform change-overs and adjust tooling.
• Produce stamped parts per blueprints and route sheets; complete production paperwork accurately.

Skills

Safety compliance

Blueprint reading

Team collaboration

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or GED

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.

Role Responsibilities

• Complies with all safety, DOT, HAZMAT and environmental policies and procedures, including wearing all designated Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required as well as performing required equipment daily inspections.
• Complete first article inspection reports using various inspection techniques and quality tools.
• Sets-up and operates different types of punch presses for various types of metal. Performs change-overs as necessary as well as uses various hand tools to set-up machines and make material adjustments.
• Produces stamped parts within acceptable quality and quantity standards as stated in the blue prints/route sheets.
• Completes all applicable paperwork (labor cards, production reports, JIT sheets, CI cards, etc.) in a timely and accurate manner.
• Performs preventative maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Communicates effectively with others in the department to help keep the department operating at the desired production rate.
• Utilizes mechanical ability, work instructions and hand tools to complete daily tasks.
• Maintains cleanliness and safety (6s) in work area as well as involved with continuous improvement (CI) initiatives.
• Perform cycle counting duties to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Must be able to work scheduled overtime hours (including weekdays and weekends).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education consisting of a high school diploma/GED and a minimum of one (1) year of experience or two (2) years of related experience in lieu of education.
• Perform a variety of tasks safely (including operating forklifts, hoists, die handlers) throughout the day in a fast-paced work environment.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and routing sheets.
• Ability to understand written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to utilize manual dexterity in the performance of job responsibilities.
• Interact constructively and effectively with all department/plant employees.
• Ability to work in a team environment toward a common goal.
• Reacts to change productively and to handle other tasks as assigned.
• Ability to be successfully trained in a variety of OSHA-required topics, such as lockout/tagout (LOTO), forklift certification, etc.
• Maintain a pattern of regular and predictable attendance.

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

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