Assembly and Test Technician

Job Description

The Test Technician position is located in Dixon, IL. Performs detailed or routine test technician duties, including testing Aerospace Hydraulic components, assemblies, and products to support plant operations.   We have both 1st (4:00 am -2:00 pm) and 2nd (2:00 pm - 12:00 am) shifts.

Role Responsibilities:

• Testing and Operation of Aerospace Hydraulic components, Electrical assemblies, and products, applying knowledge of mechanical components, Electrical, hydraulics, and hydraulic manifold assemblies.
• Record and analyze test data to determine if the product meets the Acceptance Test Requirements
• Coordinates and participates in installing the unit or system to be tested in test fixtures, connecting valves, pumps, hydraulic, mechanical, or electrical controls, cabling, tubing, power source, and indicating instruments to determine compliance.

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:

• Education consisting of a high school diploma/GED
• Minimum of three years of experience working in a test technician role in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Mechanical/Electrical knowledge, hydraulic experience
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Self-starter motivated by completion of objectives tied directly to company goals
• Strong attention to detail, decision-making skills, and problem-solving ability
• Demonstrated ability to learn, understand, and uphold Customer and Company requirements
• Knowledge of AS9100 or related Aerospace working environment (preferred)
• Experience in complex parts and production operations

Hourly Rate: $24.00

Actual salaries may vary based on several factors, including but not limited to applicable work experience, training, education, and performance.

This position is eligible for an annual incentive plan based on performance and company growth.

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 paternal 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.
• International relocation or remote work arrangements outside of the United States will not be considered.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability and Veterans

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.