Pleater Operator I

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Purpose: Set-up and operate pleating machines to pleat, cut, compress, and inspect materials and count packs.

Essential Functions:
• Ability to read, understand and identify blueprints and materials needed for each job
• Determine the correct pleat height, count and length from blueprints, Shop Tags or patterns
• Load media rolls onto racks
• Set up and operate pleater machines
• Operate pleat compactor machine to compact pleat packs (if necessary)
• Comply with standard work practices and SOPs
• Use measuring equipment to include but not limited to calipers to inspect parts.
• Meet quality expectations, inspect work for conformance, initial and date Shop Tags
• Segregate nonconforming or suspected nonconforming material real time and notify supervisor
• Perform minor machine maintenance
• Keep area organized and clean
• Complies with all EHS and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) policies and procedures
• Ability to use a PC; blueprints; pleater machines; pleat compactor machine; basic hand tools and a media lift
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 in order to fulfill Donaldson’s mission, vision and strategic plan objectives

Qualifications:
▪ High school diploma/GED required
▪ A minimum of one (1) year of related experience
▪ Ability to work in a team environment toward a common goal.
▪ Flexibility and agility in an ever-changing environment
▪ Consistent attendance and punctuality
▪ Perform a variety of tasks safely throughout the day in a fast-paced work environment.

Physical Requirements:
• Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.
• Stand for an extended amount of time
• Working in and/or around loud machinery
• The ability to handle repetitive motion
Exemption Category: Non-Exempt Exempt
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