Punch Press Operator - 2nd Shift

USA Donaldson Company Inc.; Nebraska; On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Donaldson Company, Inc. is seeking a Punch Press Operator for the 2nd shift in Dixon, IL. You will set up, operate, and tend punch presses to form metal parts according to drawings, with emphasis on safety and quality.

You will read blueprints, use hand tools, count parts, and escalate issues as needed. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and teamwork in a fast-paced manufacturing environment; the company offers an incentive plan and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or 1 year related experience.
• Ability to perform tasks safely in a fast-paced plant environment.
• Effective interaction with plant peers.
• Adaptability to changing tasks and demands.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate punch presses and related equipment to form metal per drawings.
• Interpret blueprints and drawing requirements.
• Use hand tools to work with material.
• Count products and verify quality.
• Resolve routine questions and escalate complex issues.
• Follow DOT, HAZMAT, and environmental policies.
• Wear required personal protective equipment.

Skills

Punch press operation

Blueprint reading

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

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 Punch Press Operator position is located in Dixon, IL and will set up and operate machines to fabricate metal components according to specifications. This 2nd shift position is, Monday through Thursday, 2:00pm to 12:00am.

Role Responsibilities:

• Preliminarily set up and operate or tend a variety of machines such as punch presses and special purpose equipment to form metal according to drawing requirements
• Interpret drawing and blueprint requirements
• Use hand tools to work with material
• Count product
• Resolve routine questions and problems and refer more complex issues to a higher level for resolution
• Complies with all DOT, HAZMAT and environmental policies and procedures
• Uses all designated Personal Protective Equipment as required

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education consisting of a high school diploma/GED or a minimum of one (1) year of related experience in lieu of education
• Perform a variety of tasks safely throughout the day in a fast-paced work environment
• Interact constructively and effectively with all plant employees
• Ability to work in a team environment toward a common goal
• Reacts to change productively and to handle other tasks as assigned

Preferred Qualifications:

• Manufacturing Experience
• Lean Certified

Hourly Rate: $21.35, plus shift premium

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

• 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) 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 United States will not be considered.

Equal Opportunity Employer,

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability and Veterans Employment opportunities for positions in the United States may require use of information which is subject to the export control regulations of the United States. Hiring decisions for such positions are required by law to be made in compliance with these regulations. Applicants for employment opportunities in other countries must be able to meet the comparable export control requirements of that country and of the United States.

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.