Hydromat Machinist III - 1st Shift

Parker Hannifin Corporation; Union City (PA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Profit Sharing Bonus

401(k) Matching & Retirement Income

Basic Life Insurance

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Job summary

Parker Hannifin's Quick Coupling Division in Union City, PA is seeking a Hydromat Operator to set up, operate, monitor, and troubleshoot Hydromat rotary transfer machines. You will ensure safe, high-quality production and support continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Ideal candidates have machining experience, the ability to read complex drawings, and strong measurement skills. The role requires teamwork, independence, and a commitment to safety and quality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of machining experience preferred.
• Hydromat or rotary transfer machine experience preferred.
• Ability to read and work from complex drawings, specifications, layouts, and operating instructions.
• Ability to apply shop math, handbook formulas, and machining principles.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to perform tool grinding, sharpening, and proper tool selection, including insert grades and coatings.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have taken and passed the Parker QCD Basic Shop Course, or be able to complete required training.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, adjust, and monitor Hydromat machines and related equipment.
• Follow safety requirements including PPE, VBSA, and Lockout/Tagout procedures.
• Inspect parts for dimensional accuracy, finish quality, and conformance to specifications.
• Maintain tooling inventory and organization within mini-cribs.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement and CAPA activities.
• Operate CNC lathes or other machining equipment when assigned.

Skills

Machining experience

Read drawings

Precision measuring tools

Shop math

Teamwork and independence

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Parker QCD Basic Shop Course

Tools

Hydromat Rotary Transfer Machine

CNC lathes

Insert grades & coatings

Job description

Position Summary

Parker Hannifin's Quick Coupling Division in Union City is seeking Hydromat Operators to support precision manufacturing and help keep the world moving. In this role, you will set up, operate, monitor, adjust, and perform basic troubleshooting on Hydromat rotary transfer machines used to produce quick coupling components to specification. This position plays a key role in maintaining safe operations, consistent quality, strong productivity, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What Is a Quick Coupling?

Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies and systems with $21.5 in revenue in 2026. Parker's Quick Coupling Division is the largest manufacturer of quick couplings in the world. A quick coupling is used to provide a fast, make-or-break connection of fluid or gas transfer lines. Our plants provide critical equipment for many different industries including Agriculture, Construction, and Data Processing.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, adjust, and monitor Hydromat machines and related assigned equipment.
• Follow all safety requirements, including PPE, Behavior Based Safety, and Lockout/Tagout procedures.
• Select and adjust spindle speeds, collets, tooling, feed rates, cams, offsets, and machine settings for standard and non-standard work.
• Install tooling, collets, stops, cams, indexing mechanisms, and bar stock feed components.
• Perform machining operations such as facing, forming, turning, drilling, reaming, boring, tapping, threading, and cutting off stock.
• Produce pilot pieces for first-piece verification and make adjustments to correct setup or production variances.
• Inspect parts for dimensional accuracy, finish quality, and conformance to specifications.
• Identify, correct, and communicate quality deviations; notify the Lead of significant issues.
• Remove, reset, sharpen, or adjust tooling as needed to maintain part quality and machine efficiency.
• Minimize burrs and manually clean or deburr parts when required.
• Remove machined parts, bar ends, and turnings; separate recyclable turnings.
• Maintain statistical process control charting and production documentation.
• Work from drawings, engineering specifications, layouts, and operating instructions.
• Recommend improvements to tooling, methods, processes, or work instructions.
• Maintain tooling inventory and organization within assigned mini-cribs.
• Maintain oil and coolant levels and complete required Total Preventive Maintenance activities.
• Participate in High Performance Team, Continuous Improvement, and CAPA activities.
• Operate CNC lathes or other machining equipment when assigned.
• Maintain responsibility for quality parts throughout the production run.
• Demonstrate a positive, professional, and team-oriented attitude.

Physical Requirements:

• Continuously lifting and moving very light weight material (1-5 lbs).
• Frequently lifting and moving average weight material (5-50 lbs).
• Occasional lifting and moving heavy weight material up to (50 lbs. +) with assistance.

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.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of machining experience preferred.
• Hydromat or rotary transfer machine experience preferred.
• Ability to read and work from complex drawings, specifications, layouts, and operating instructions.
• Ability to apply shop math, handbook formulas, and machining principles.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to perform tool grinding, sharpening, and proper tool selection, including insert grades and coatings.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have taken and passed the Parker QCD Basic Shop Course, or be able to complete required training.

Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule

Pay:

• Starting Hourly Wage - $27.74

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Profit Sharing Bonus
• 401(k) Matching & Retirement Income Account
• Basic Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation & Holidays

Work Schedule:

• Five (5) 8-hour shifts
• Monday through Friday
• 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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")

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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.