Assembly Operator - 1st Shift

Company Overview

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 Assembly Operator position is located in Dixon, IL and will be responsible for assembling components or products according to specifications. This is a 1st shift position, Monday through Thursday, 4:00am to 2:00pm.

• Assemble parts and components according to specifications and work instructions
• Inspect finished products for defects and ensure quality standards are met
• Operate hand tools, small machinery, and other equipment safely
• Maintain a clean and organized work area

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Previous experience in assembly
• Ability to read and understand work instructions
• Good hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity
• Basic math and measurement skills

• Manufacturing Experience
• Familiar with basic hand tools

Hourly Rate: $19.67. 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.

• health benefits
• retirement plan (401k)
• paid time away
• paid leaves (including paid paternal leave)
• and more

• 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, 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