Mandrel Process Operator - Off Shift

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

Position Summary

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Responsible for operating mandrel inspection and mold machines, set laser O.D. and mandrel lube operation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Must be capable of following and meeting standard work requirements including but not limited to:
   1. Selecting proper mandrel and set-up inspection and mold and/or weld machine, prepare tank with correct lube and set proper traverse setting
   2. Operating mold machine, paying particular attention to any defects like cracks, excess rubber, alignment of mold and smoothness of outer surface
   3. Measuring the O.D. of mandrel with O.D. and/or Pi tape or sliding calipers to determine if the mandrel is within the specification limits of diameter and ovality.
   4. Preparing the lube tank, agitate the lubricant properly, and apply a consistent application of lubricant to the mandrel.
2. Operator will ensure quality by identifying and eliminating known defects by cutting out any known defects and splicing ends together.
3. Assure all necessary documents required are properly prepared and completed.

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC/ NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. 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.

2. Prevent excess waste of product and/or components by operating the equipment in an efficient manner.

3. Maintain production schedules.

4. 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.

5. Other duties may be assigned later.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education required: High School diploma or GED

Experience: Production work preferred but not required

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

1. Good verbal and interpersonal communication skills
2. Basic knowledge and use of hand tools
3. Sound decision making skills
4. Good math, reading, writing skills
5. Demonstrated mechanical aptitude
6. Mental and visual acuity for production of quality product
7. Strong trouble shooting skills

Skills/Competencies:

1. Basic computer skills – Microsoft Office package
2. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Other Skills: Ability to work well in a team environment

Assessment: Employee must pass Pre-employment screening

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS/ SCOPE:

• Report directly to Value Stream Team Leader
• Work closely with Maintenance to resolve issues with the equipment

Physical Conditions:

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: Frequent
• Up to 10 lbs.: Frequent
• 11-30 lbs.: Frequent
• Bending: Frequent
• Twist / turn: Frequent
• Reach below knee: Occasional
• Push / pull: Continuous
• Squat / kneel: Occasional
• Stand / walk: Continuous
• Sit: None at all
• No lifting above shoulders: Frequent

WORKING CONDITIONS:

1. Required PPE:
   1. Safety glasses
   2. Kevlar gloves
   3. ANSI Z41 Safety Shoes
2. Standing is required for extended periods of time. Walking, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling and grasping are done on a frequent basis. Climbing, carrying, stooping, lifting and lifting overhead are performed on an occasional 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.

Parker Hannifin

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 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”)

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

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.