Production Operator- 1st Shift

Production Operator - 1st Shift

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As a Production Operator in Cresco, IA, follows Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions to safely and efficiently produce multimedia filters utilizing various types of operational lines and equipment. This role requires the utilization of hand tools, measuring devices, adhesive applicators, and media cutting equipment during production as well as calipers and gages to conduct quality inspections.

Shift hours: 6am-2pm Monday through Friday and occasional Saturdays.

Starting pay: $22.30/hr.

• Medical, Dental, and Prescription, 401k Retirement Plan, Health Savings Account, Life and Critical Illness, Legal and Financial Resources (EAP)
• 2 weeks paid vacation and 13 paid holidays at hire (prorated based on start date).

• Assembly of multimedia filters utilizing Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions.
• Operation of various types of machinery to process materials/assemblies throughout the facility.
• Inspect parts using quality inspection tools such as calipers, height gages, etc. per testing instructions and procedures.
• Utilizes hand tools, measuring devices, adhesive applicators, and paper media cutting equipment in a safe and compliant manner.
• Report labor, production, scrap and other information into production systems.
• Wear proper safety equipment (PPE) and follow Safety Protocols throughout the plant.
• Keep work area organized at all times, perform preventative maintenance as needed.
• Flexibility to move from line to line or position to position as needed including rotation for ergonomic purposes.
• May be required to assist with training, instruction, or mentorship of employees in training.
• Complies with all DOT, HAZMAT, Donaldson Safety and Environmental policies/laws/rules and company codes of conduct and procedures.

• Perform a variety of tasks safely throughout the day in a fast-paced work environment.
• Interact constructively and effectively with all plant employees while following Donaldson company policies/procedures.
• Ability to work in a team environment toward a common goal.
• Reacts to change productively and demonstrates ability to perform other tasks as assigned.
• Maintains a pattern of regular and predictable attendance and is able to work non-traditional shifts and weekends if required.
• Successful completion of the pre-hire applicant process including Drug & Background screenings prior to employment and a 60-day probationary period after hire.
• Work in an Industrialized environment with equipment including motorized vehicles, rotating equipment, manual and power hand tools and production lines.
• Ability to lift/carry 25lbs frequently and 50lbs occasionally. Ability to stand for long periods.
• Utilization of all required Personal Protective Equipment.

• Work in an Industrialized environment with equipment including motorized vehicles, rotating equipment, manual and power hand tools and production lines.
• Ability to lift/carry 25lbs frequently and 50lbs occasionally. Ability to stand for long periods.
• Fast paced, team environment requiring hearing protection and PPE.
• Offers of Employment are subject to successful completion of Pre-Employment Drug and Background Screenings and successful completion of a 60-day probationary period.

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.

Entry level

Full-time

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