Aftermarket Mechanic - Off Shift

Parker Hannifin Corporation; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Aerospace is looking for an Aftermarket Pump Mechanic to join their team in Kalamazoo, MI. In this role, you will perform essential functions like disassembling and testing units, ensuring quality and compliance. A high school diploma and mechanical aptitude are required, with opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment. This position offers a competitive compensation package along with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) Plan with company matching

Paid Time Off and up to 15 Company-Paid Holidays

Career development and tuition reimbursement

On-site Fitness Center

Employee discounts on services

Flexible work attire options

Qualifications

• Ability to perform essential functions of the job.
• Medium or higher level of mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble, clean, evaluate, and test Aftermarket units.
• Prepare and maintain proper records for identification and traceability.
• Work under supervision to comply with assembly instructions.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

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At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

Position Summary

Disassemble, clean and evaluate field return units. Perform functional testing prior to returning units to service. Assists in configuration control, assures compliance with assembly instructions, overhaul manual, military technical orders and blueprints and/or process requirements with a minimum of supervision. The Aftermarket Pump Mechanic must comply with Parker HSD test specifications, customer test requirements and request changes through Quality Assurance and Engineering disciplines. Sets-up and operates all types of units.

The below statements reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

Essential Functions

• Prepares for assembly or disassembly of Aftermarket units, or complex subassemblies by unwrapping and inspecting components for cleanliness and/or damage.
• Responsible for preparation of paperwork and computer records for identification and traceability of components and accurate completion of traveler documentation.
• Cleans, disassembles, evaluates, assembles, tests, troubleshoots, certify, and button-up Aftermarket components and complex subassemblies, as required by Repair Orders and in accordance with technical orders, manuals, prints and/or processes. Works from test specifications, blueprints, or special directives from Engineering. Makes complete set-ups using test specifications or blueprints as a guide.
• Provides source data to CAs for job cost estimates. Executes daily assembly and test assignments as directed while operating under the FIFO principle. Confers with manufacturing engineers and supervision to ensure deviations from routine are authorized.
• Must have the ability to work with, repair, and build wiring harnesses with solderless and solder type connections.
• Able to read, interpret and work from blueprints, electrical and hydraulic schematics.
• Tests units to the applicable specifications. Brings to the attention of the supervisor any questionable characteristics that are not covered by the specification.
• Originates neat and legible paperwork and maintains other records that are required for performance of the job. Maintains the work area in a neat condition. Takes proper care of all tools, gages and equipment. Maintains area status boards and communication charts.
• Must be capable and willing to instruct other employees within the areas of primary function.
• Coordinates carry-over jobs with next shift as required.
• Participates in continuous improvement activities/efforts with the classification/department.
• Must be able to work with both red oil and Skydrol oils while also meeting the physical requirements of the job.
• Shall be capable and shall be willing to be certified and qualified in multiple product families, within 45 days of reaching the top of the wage progression.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job identified above.
• Medium or higher level of mechanical aptitude.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total compensation package.

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! We are proud to offer competitive compensation, including participation in annual incentive programs, and benefits designed with health, wealth, and well-being in mind. Our competitive package includes:

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay
• Career development and tuition reimbursement
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and up to 15 Company-Paid Holidays.

Parker Purpose Opportunities (Social Responsibility):

• Business Resource Groups promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Engagement activities celebrated throughout the year. Examples include Internal Career Day, FYE Celebration, anniversary recognition events, employee appreciation week, veteran appreciation, and more!
• The Parker Foundation provides access to donation matching, disaster relief, charitable organization funding, and paid volunteer hours.
  
  

Additional Benefits:

• Employee discounts on various services (car purchases, computer purchases, life adventures, etc.).
• Employee Referral program - Refer a family member or friend and receive a generous award for referrals that are hired (up to $4,000).
• Dress for Your Day policy, offering flexible work attire options.
• A free, on-site, 24-hour Fitness Center available to all active Team Members.
• Grab a bite to eat at the on-site cafeteria that provides a wide array of breakfast, lunch, and snacks. We also have vending machines available during scheduled breaks and lunch periods.

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.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon 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. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/VEVRAA Federal Contractor If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to http://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf and http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_gina_supplement.pdf (06/20/2006) (C/O July 2015).

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