Extruder Operator I - 3rd Shift

Parker Hannifin Corporation; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 26,174 - 42,705; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan with company matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

Parker Hannifin Corporation is seeking a Manufacturing Associate I to join a lean, high‑performance team. You will support multiple value streams in a fast paced environment and help meet productivity and quality goals while cross-training with Quality, Logistics, and Process Engineers.

This role operates from 10:15PM to 6:30AM EST. Ideal candidates have a GED or high school diploma, 0–2+ years in manufacturing, and strong manual dexterity with good English communication.

Qualifications

• GED or High School Diploma required.
• 0-2+ years of manufacturing experience required.
• Good manual dexterity and hand–eye coordination a plus.
• Ability to work autonomously and within a team to meet deadlines.
• Ability to perform basic math, reading, writing and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Verify and use needed raw materials from freezer, thaw materials, and cut specific amounts to reload into machines.
• Use calipers, verniers and other measuring devices to perform and evaluate work on basic machines.
• Assist with multiple extruder machine setups and basic operations to prepare, process, and inspect materials for quality and output.
• Complete daily documentation and reporting metrics accurately and on time.
• Troubleshoot basic computer/material issues and communicate with leaders and engineers.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Team collaboration

Mathematical ability

English communication

Stamina

Education

GED or HS Diploma

Tools

Calipers

Verniers

Job description

Position Summary

Reporting to the Production Manager and Value Stream Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring that the department's productivity and quality goals are met. As a leader in integrity and quality, the Manufacturing Associate I is part of a cohesive team manufacturing high-quality products. This diverse and exciting role cross trains in different value streams based on the changing needs of the business. You will interact fluidly with peers, supervisors and cross‑functionally work with Quality Control, Logistics, and Process Engineers. At Parker, you will cultivate a strong culture by participating in High Performance Teams and operating in a LEAN environment. In this position you will work from 10:15PM-6:30AM EST.

Responsibilities

• Verify and use needed raw materials from freezer, thaw materials, and cut specific amounts to reload into machines. Obtain dies for individual jobs.
• Use tools such as calipers, verniers and other measuring devices to perform and evaluate work on basic machines to complete work orders.
• Perform assistance on multiple extruder machine setups and basic operations to prepare, process, and inspect materials for optimal quality and output. Perform routine/basic machine maintenance and cleaning.
• Complete daily documentation and reporting metrics accurately and on time as outlined.
• Perform basic computer and material troubleshooting and communicate between departments and notify leaders and engineers of issues.
• Work cross functionally in designated areas to support business needs such as extrusion, molding, trimming, and splicing.
• Support company LEAN and High-Performance team objectives and initiatives to promote company culture through by assisting with training/shadowing and filling out team improvement board information and/or Starpoints.
• Sustain Safety and 5S program, use appropriate PPE for designated area, which includes work with or around chemicals.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship or have U.S. Permanent Resident Status required.
• GED or High School Diploma required.
• 0-2+ years of manufacturing experience required. Good manual dexterity and hand to eye coordination a plus.
• Ability to work autonomously and within a team to meet time sensitive deadlines.
• Ability to perform math, reading, writing and computer skills such as basic addition, subtraction, multiplication and use of computers with Microsoft Office.
• Must demonstrate effective understanding and use of verbal and written English communication skills.
• Ability to stand for long durations up to 8 hours, and lift and or move up to 40 lbs.
• Comfortable working daily around hazardous chemicals.

Conditions of Employment

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

Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule

Competitive Compensation

• Pay Range: $19/hr to $31/hr
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

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 Company-Paid Holidays.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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. 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

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.