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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

Tell me about your experience loading trucks. How do you plan a load so it is safe and nothing shifts?

What they are checking: Whether they think about weight distribution and securing freight, not just getting everything on the truck.

How do you keep a storage lot and inventory of lumber, skids and crates organized?

What they are checking: Whether they keep things in order so materials are easy to find and counts stay accurate.

You are asked to help out in the warehouse or assembly when shipping is slow. How do you feel about that?

What they are checking: Whether they are flexible and willing to back up other areas, which the posting expects.

Tell me about a time you noticed a safety hazard at work. What did you do?

What they are checking: Whether they report or fix hazards instead of walking past them.

What PPE do you expect to wear in this kind of role, and do you wear it even when it is a short task?

What they are checking: Whether they use designated protective equipment consistently, as the posting requires.

What would you do

Some shipments may include materials covered by DOT or HAZMAT rules. What would you do if you were not sure how to handle one?

What they are checking: Whether they stop and ask rather than guess when regulated materials are involved.

A driver is waiting and wants you to hurry, but the paperwork does not match what is staged. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they verify shipments before loading even when someone is pushing them to rush.

How do you work safely outdoors in winter or bad weather when moving loads around the lot?

What they are checking: Whether they adjust speed and care for ice, visibility and footing in Wisconsin conditions.

About the work

The posting mentions operating a diesel load lifter and forklifts. What equipment have you run, and are you certified?

What they are checking: Whether they can safely run the heavy equipment the job depends on from day one.

What freight rules or requirements have you followed when loading shipments, like securement or weight limits?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that loads must follow freight regulations 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 Loader at our Baldwin, WI location is responsible for identifying, gathering, packing and planning shipments. This is a 1st shift onsite role, with hours Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Role Responsibilities: • Load shipments on to trucks in accordance with freight regulations and requirements. • Maintain and organize product and storage lot. • Inventory lumber, skids and crates. • Operate Diesel Load Lifter and Forklifts. • Fulfill staging requirements of departments supported by position. • Provide backup to warehouse and assembly as needed. • Complies with all safety, DOT, HAZMAT and environmental policies and procedures. • Uses all designated Personal Protective Equipment as required. • Other duties as assigned 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: • Combination of education and experience, generally acquired through the attainment of a high school diploma or equivalent and prior experience in related area of expertise. • Safely operate equipment. • Acquire knowledge of department processes and parts. • Knowledge of freight regulations and requirements. • Understand customer orders and shipping requirements. • Perform a variety of tasks 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. • Maintains a pattern of regular and predictable attendance. Certifications/Licenses/Registrations: • Forklift • Diesel Load Lifter • Hazardous Waste Hourly Pay Range: $22.85 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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