Polisher – 1st Shift Full Time NEW

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The Polisher is responsible for safely setting up and operating polishing, fabrication, and finishing/assembly equipment to produce high-quality Stainless Steel Air Cleaners that meet engineering specifications and customer requirements. This role plays a critical part in product quality, workplace safety, and operational efficiency within a manufacturing environment. The position is on 1st shift, with hours from 6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., and is located on-site at our manufacturing facility in Greeneville, TN.

Roles Responsibilities

• Safely set up and operate department equipment in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Perform hand and machine operations to fabricate, polish, test, assemble and package Stainless Steel Air Cleaners.
• Conduct leak testing and inspections to ensure product quality and conformance to specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and routings to perform work in proper sequence.
• Set up and operate presses, Accrotech rollers, spot welders, polishing equipment, vibratory machines, wrappers, and hand tools.
• Use jigs, fixtures, clamps, and positioners to align, assemble, and fabricate components accurately.
• Identify and report unusual conditions, safety concerns, or defective materials to leadership.
• Perform basic preventative maintenance on department equipment.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area; perform 6S duties as assigned.
• Assist with inventory monitoring and notify appropriate personnel of low stock levels.
• Perform related duties and cross-train within the department as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support production and operational goals.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and manufacturing routings.
• Reliable daily attendance; punctuality is essential for success in this role.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as business needs require.
• Ability to safely lift and handle components weighing up to 50 lbs, including lifting pallets to shoulder height with or without assistance.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive motion tasks.
• Ability to work in and around loud machinery while wearing required PPE.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in a manufacturing, fabrication, or metal‑working environment.
• Experience polishing or fabricating stainless steel components.
• Familiarity with leak testing, quality inspection, or measurement tools.
• Experience working in a 6S or Lean Manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.

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.
• International relocation or remote work arrangements outside of the U.S. will not be considered.

Keywords: Polisher, Manufacturing, Stainless Steel Fabrication, Metal Finishing, Quality Inspection, Safety Compliance

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