Mandrel & Mold Operator — Precision Setup & Quality

PARKER HANNIFIN CORP; Alliance (NE); On-site; USD 31,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin is seeking a Production Operator in Alliance, Nebraska. You will operate mandrel inspection and mold machines, set laser O.D. and mandrel lube, and follow strict standard work to ensure quality.

Responsibilities include defect identification, math-based measurements, and maintaining proper documentation while working safely in a team environment with PPE requirements. Pre-employment screening applies.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or GED required.
• Experience: Production work preferred but not required.
• Requires good verbal and interpersonal communication, basic math, reading and writing skills.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and strong troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Follow standard work: select mandrel, set up inspection and mold/weld machines, prepare lube tank and traverse settings.
• Operate mold machine and inspect defects such as cracks, excess rubber, and surface smoothness.
• Measure mandrel O.D. with tape, calipers to ensure diameter and ovality meet specs.
• Prepare lubrication, agitate lubricant, and apply consistent lubrication to mandrel.
• Identify and eliminate known defects to maintain quality; cut out defects and splice ends.
• Ensure documentation is completed and up-to-date.

Skills

Verbal communication

Interpersonal communication

Math skills

Reading & writing

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Mental & visual acuity

Troubleshooting

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Hand tools

Job description

Parker Hannifin is seeking a Production Operator in Alliance, Nebraska. You will operate mandrel inspection and mold machines, set laser O.D. and mandrel lube, and follow strict standard work to ensure quality.

Responsibilities include defect identification, math-based measurements, and maintaining proper documentation while working safely in a team environment with PPE requirements. Pre-employment screening applies.