Hose Fabrication Operator - 3rd shift

Parker Hannifin Corporation; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin Corporation in Davenport, IA is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to operate hose and fitting assembly equipment, perform tests, and ensure quality control. The role emphasizes adherence to standard work, teamwork, and safety protocols in a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities include equipment setup, daily maintenance, in-process inspection, data entry, scrap disposal, and collaborating with team leads to resolve workflow issues. Overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge of Hose Product assembly, Standard Work and equipment operation and setup.

Responsibilities

• Performs hose assembly and follows standard work in a team environment.
• Operates and sets up manufacturing equipment and saws.
• Performs daily maintenance and cleaning of equipment.
• Conducts in-process inspection and enters data into router.
• Accounts for and disposes of scrap properly.
• Communicates workflow problems to Team Lead or Supervisor.
• Understands and supports LEAN initiatives.
• Works safely following regulations and reports unsafe conditions.
• Participates in peer-based teams and Lean/5-S initiatives.
• Overtime as needed.

Skills

Math skills

Measuring skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Good communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Position Summary

Operate a variety of manufacturing equipment to create hose and fitting assemblies and perform tests and quality checks on finished products.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Performs hose assembly, and ensures standard work process is followed, in a Work Center team environment
2. Operates and set-up of manufacturing equipment and saws
3. Performs daily maintenance and cleaning of equipment
4. Conducts in-process inspection and enters work order data into router
5. Accounts for and properly disposes of scrap
6. Communicates work-flow problems and equipment needs to Team Lead and/or Supervisor
7. Understands and supports Corporate initiatives such as LEAN
8. Work safely in accordance with regulations, standards, and procedures in a manner that eliminates risk to health and the environment. Notify leadership of unsafe conditions or practices unlawful activities and activities which present unreasonable health and/or environmental risk. Report all safety and/or environmental incidents to leadership immediately.
9. Participate in peer-based teams (i.e., Natural High Performance Teams), and work with groups to initiate and implement programs such as Lean Manufacturing and 5-S.
10. Overtime as deemed necessary

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC/ NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Other duties as may be assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education required:

• High School diploma or GED
• Demonstrated knowledge of Hose Product assembly, Standard Work and equipment operation and set-up

Experience:

Skills/ Competencies:

• Good math and measuring skills, including the ability to convert fractions and decimals
• Excellent interpersonal and teambuilding skills
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Other Skills:

• Ability to work well in a team environment

Assessment:

• Employee must pass Pre-employment screening

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS/ SCOPE

• Report directly to the Value Stream Manager
• Work closely with other departments to resolve issues with the processes & equipment

WORKING CONDITIONS

The employee may be subject to:

• High noise levels from operating machines and equipment
• Physical hazards from operating machines and moving reels

1. Work in areas where safety equipment will be required (steel toe shoes, eye protection, hearing protection)
2. Standing is required for extended periods of time. Walking, pushing, pulling, reaching, bending, turning, twisting, squatting, and lifting is performed on a regular basis
3. Requires high degree of manual dexterity, which could be performed under restrictive conditions
4. Requires flexible hours and short notice for overtime

The employee may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.

Company Overview

Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century, we've enabled engineering breakthroughs that make energy cleaner, transportation safer, medical treatments more effective, and manufacturing more efficient.

With empowered team members in more than 40 countries, Parker serves customers across aerospace & defense, energy, HVAC & refrigeration, in-plant & industrial equipment, off-highway and transportation.

Our scale is global, but our purpose is personal. We enable breakthroughs that improve lives, strengthen communities and create a brighter future.

Our Purpose - Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow - comes to life through our people-first culture where teamwork drives performance, inclusion fuels innovation and growth is encouraged. This environment fosters collaboration and empowers team members from engineering and manufacturing to finance, supply chain, human resources, information technology and beyond.

By combining deep expertise with an entrepreneurial spirit, we help customers succeed in markets that demand performance, reliability, and sustainability.

As we look to the future, Parker is advancing initiatives in energy efficiency and sustainability while developing the next generation of talent and leaders to engineer a better tomorrow.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affifiative 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")

If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

Additional Comments

The essential functions have been provided as example of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

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.

Work Requirements

• Work Requirements: None at all, Occasional, Frequent, Continuous
• % of Workday (8 hr): 0%, 1-33%, 34-66%, 67-100%
• Repetitions per hour: 4-6, 6-12, >12
• Lift / Carry
• Up to 10 lbs.
• 11-30 lbs.
• Bending
• Twist / turn
• Reach below knee
• Push / pull
• Squat / kneel
• Stand / walk
• Sit
• No lifting above shoulders