3rd Shift Supervisor

Parker Hannifin; Ravenna (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional growth

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Parker Hannifin Parflex Division is seeking a salaried supervisor who will lead 20–25 hourly Team Members in daily operations and continuous improvement, applying Lean principles to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency. You will partner with the Value Stream Manager to build a skilled workforce and meet daily goals aligned with strategic priorities.

Note: Parker does not sponsor relocation or visas for this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or related field with manufacturing experience.
• Proven leadership experience managing production teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Effective communication, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to lead and influence teams to achieve operational and continuous improvement goals.

Responsibilities

• Foster a culture of safety, quality, and employee empowerment by enforcing standardized work, 5S principles, and safety regulations.
• Lead daily production operations across assigned value streams and coordinate between shifts.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean tools to reduce costs, lead times, and inventory.
• Develop, coach, and mentor Team Members and Leads to build a high-performing team.
• Facilitate daily team meetings to discuss challenges and solutions.
• Utilize visual management tools to monitor performance and ensure transparency.
• Support budget preparation and strategic planning for continuous improvements.
• Ensure cross-training of Team Members to maintain flexibility and workflow.
• Promote a positive work environment focused on safety, quality, and right-first-time results.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing experience

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Lean methods

Job description

About Us

Join a Fortune 500 company committed to innovation, operational excellence, and a culture of continuous improvement. At Parker, we empower our Team Members to drive change, foster teamwork, and deliver superior products and services to our customers worldwide.

Org Marketing Statement

Join a Fortune 500 company committed to innovation, operational excellence, and a culture of continuous improvement. At Parker, we empower our Team Members to drive change, foster teamwork, and deliver superior products and services to our customers worldwide.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A collaborative work environment focused on innovation and excellence.

When you join Parker Hannifin's Parflex Division, you're not just working on hoses and tubing — you're helping power the systems behind some of the most important vehicles, machines, and technologies in the world. From under the hood of U.S. military trucks like the JLTV and HEMTT, to inside the wings of the F-35 fighter jet and C-130 Hercules, our thermoplastic and fluoropolymer hose products are trusted in the world’s most demanding applications.

You'll also find Parker Parflex products supporting wind farms, solar fields, food production plants, data centers, and next-generation hydrogen vehicles. Whether it’s helping to land a Black Hawk helicopter safely or making sure air brake systems on semi-trucks perform in any weather, our team builds solutions that keep America moving, protected, and growing.

Parflex is part of Parker's North American Fluid Connectors Group, a global leader in motion and control technologies for over 100 years. At our facility, we focus on innovation, safety, and purpose-driven work. We offer stability, great benefits, and the satisfaction of building parts that truly make a difference.

Position Summary

As a salaried supervisor, (Value Stream Team Leader), you will lead 20 - 25 hourly Team Members in daily operations and continuous improvement efforts within one or more manufacturing value streams. Partnering closely with the Value Stream Manager, you will implement Lean manufacturing principles to ensure a safe, efficient, and high-quality production environment. Your leadership will be vital in developing a skilled workforce, optimizing processes, and achieving daily operational goals that align with our strategic priorities.

Please note: Parker Hannifin does not provide Company-sponsored relocation or visa sponsorship for this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Foster a culture of safety, quality, and employee empowerment by enforcing standardized work, 5S principles, & compliance with safety regulations.
• Lead and oversee daily production operations across assigned value stream(s), including coordination between shifts and collaboration with supply chain and production control teams.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean tools and methodologies (e.g., PDCA cycles, pull systems, leveling workloads) to reduce costs, lead times, and inventory.
• Develop, coach, and mentor Team Members and their Leads to build a qualified, engaged, and high-performing team.
• Facilitate daily team meetings to discuss challenges, share solutions, and promote open communication.
• Utilize visual management tools such as Tracking Centers and Team Improvement Boards to monitor performance and ensure transparency.
• Support the Value Stream Manager in budget preparation, adherence, and strategic planning for continuous operational improvements.
• Ensure cross-training of Team Members to maintain operational flexibility and uninterrupted workflow.
• Promote a positive work environment that encourages innovation, accountability, and "right-first time" quality standards.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or related field with manufacturing experience.
• Proven leadership experience managing production teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Effective communication, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to lead and influence teams to achieve operational and continuous improvement goals.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-5 years of supervisory or management experience in manufacturing.
• Firsthand experience with Lean manufacturing principles and leading Lean teams.
• Solid understanding of accounting, inventory control, and production planning systems.
• Demonstrated ability to build teamwork, assess skills, and develop employees.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and fostering a continuous improvement culture.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.