3rd Shift Press Operator

Parker Hannifin Corporation; Cambridge Springs (Crawford County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin Corporation is seeking a Press Operator in Cambridge Springs, United States. The Press Operator will set up and operate transfer presses in a manufacturing environment, ensuring products meet quality standards and production efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, 7-9 months of manufacturing experience, and the ability to work independently or in a team. The starting rate is $19.28 with a $1.75 sift differential.

Qualifications

• Must have at least seven to nine months of manufacturing experience.
• Ability to work independently and effectively with a team.
• Maintain operator certification while employed.

Responsibilities

• Operate various presses to produce high-quality products.
• Make adjustments to ensure efficient press operation.
• Monitor and operate forklift up to 25% of the time.
• Use hand tools and measuring accessories effectively.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to read and understand blueprints

Proficient in Excel

Ability to follow procedures

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP software

Job description

Position Summary

Press Operator sets up their work cell and operates transfer presses within the facility to manufacture a variety of high-quality products. Additionally, this individual ensures daily the presses are operating efficiently and makes any necessary adjustments to resolve minor manufacturing difficulties.

Starting rate $19.28 and $1.75 sift differential added.

Responsibilities

• Operate various presses in multiple machine combinations to produce a variety of products.
• Ensure presses are operating efficiently.
• Set controls and make necessary adjustments to ensure production rates are met and/or improved.
• Install proper accessories in the molds or presses.
• Operate forklifts and jitneys (up to 25% of the time).
• Work in warm conditions and around hot equipment. Use pre‑heaters/bake ovens (up to 50% of the time).
• Ability to use hand tools (mill knives, pliers, side cutters, sprue pullers, electric/air grinders, etc.) and measuring/recording accessories (up to 50% of the time).
• Ability to learn and operate drill presses, grinder wheels, dust collectors, and vacuums.
• Stand (up to 100% of the time), walk (up to 75% of the time), lift (up to 75% of the time), grasp (up to 75% of the time), reach (up to 50% of the time), twist (up to 25% of the time), bend 90 degrees (up to 20% of the time), sit (up to 10% of the time), climb (up to 10% of the time), and push/pull (up to 10% of the time).
• Carry/lift materials weighing up to thirty‑five pounds (up to 50% of the time) and between thirty‑five and fifty pounds (up to 40% of the time), occasionally carrying/lifting materials weighing over one hundred pounds with assistance.
• Ability to use day‑by‑hour sheets and update High Performance Team board.
• The list above is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. This is not an exhaustive list.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, understand, and follow written and/or verbal procedures, processes, and instructions.
• Ability to read and understand product drawings and basic blueprints.
• Demonstrated computer literacy, including the ability to become proficient with Excel and SAP software.
• Demonstrated attention to detail.
• Ability to work any shift as well as overtime during the week as needed.
• Ability to work independent of direct supervision.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment with supervisors, coworkers, and other shifts and/or departments.
• Ability to effectively communicate with management and coworkers.
• Ability to complete the job without direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of self or others.
• Demonstrated effort toward self‑improvement by gaining new knowledge/skills and accepting new assignments.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Seven to nine months manufacturing experience.
• Maintain operator certification to remain in the job.

Conditions of Employment

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. It's committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based on job‑related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. citizenship, permanent residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations. (Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor)

Drug Tests

In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, applicants will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.