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Assembler - 1st Shift

Donaldson · Baldwin, WI · Full time

Posted Sep 30, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

This is a part-time weekend shift, Saturday and Sunday from 5 in the morning to 5 at night. How will you make sure you are here every weekend?

What they are checking: Whether they can reliably commit to long early weekend shifts, which is the hardest part of this role to fill.

The work here involves non-repetitive parts with several parts per operation. Tell me about assembly work you have done that changed from one job to the next.

What they are checking: Whether they can handle variety and read each job fresh instead of relying on muscle memory.

What PPE have you worn on past jobs, and how do you handle it when it feels uncomfortable late in a long shift?

What they are checking: Whether they wear required protective equipment consistently, even when nobody is checking.

Weekend shifts often have fewer supervisors around. Tell me about a time you had to work without much direction.

What they are checking: Whether they stay productive and make sound choices when a lead is not standing nearby.

What would you do

You finish an assembly and the label you printed does not match the part number on the print. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they catch and fix labeling and documentation errors before product ships to the wrong place.

You are asked to run test equipment you have only used once before. How would you handle that?

What they are checking: Whether they ask for help and follow the procedure rather than guessing on equipment that confirms product quality.

How would you package a large, odd-shaped assembly so it arrives undamaged?

What they are checking: Whether they think about the customer receiving the part and protect it rather than just getting it out the door.

About the work

How do you check that what you built actually matches the print?

What they are checking: Whether they verify their work against the drawing, since the posting says compliance to prints is part of the job.

Have you operated a forklift or other material handling equipment? Tell me how you work safely around other people with it.

What they are checking: Whether they can handle the forklift work the posting lists and respect pedestrians on a busy floor.

Some of what we ship falls under DOT and HAZMAT rules. What do you know about handling or packaging materials that are regulated?

What they are checking: Whether they take regulated shipping seriously and know that packaging and labeling rules exist for safety and legal reasons.

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The full job description

As published by Donaldson.

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 Assembler at our Baldwin, WI location involves working collaboratively to assemble and package product. This is a 1st shift onsite role, with hours Monday-Thursday 5 a.m. to 3 p.m. Role Responsibilities: • Assembly of non-repetitive parts which may include multiple parts per operation. • Package parts and assemblies. • Ensure compliance to prints. • Operate test equipment when required. • Ensure proper documentation with labeling. • Complies with all safety, DOT, HAZMAT and environmental policies and procedures. • Uses all designated Personal Protective Equipment as required. While this list is representative of essential job duties, it is not an all-inclusive list of duties required to perform this role. Other duties may be assigned to fulfill Donaldson’s mission, vision, and strategic plan objectives. Minimum Qualifications : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to demonstrate ability to: • Material Handling with forklifts, cranes, carts, etc. • Display mechanical aptitude • Quality conscious • Ability to read blueprints, and understand verbal and written instructions • High School Diploma or GED is required Preferred Qualifications: • Display mechanical aptitude and ability to solve complex problems resulting from a highly customized product line • Perform a variety of tasks throughout the day in a steady work environment Hourly Pay Range: $23.52 This position is overtime eligible as per state and federal regulations. This position is eligible for a gainsharing plan based on the achievement of specific goals. 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 parental 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. 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. Donaldson Company has been made aware that there are several recruiting scams that are targeting job seekers. These scams have attempted to solicit money for job applications and/or collect confidential information, Donaldson will never solicit money during the application or recruiting process. Donaldson only accepts online applications through our Careers | Donaldson Company, Inc. website and any communication from a Donaldson recruiter would be sent using a donaldson.com email address. If you have any questions about the legitimacy of an employment opportunity, please reach out to talentacquisition@donaldson.com to verify that the communication is from Donaldson. 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.

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