Material Handler 2 (3rd Shift)

PARKER HANNIFIN CORP; Wilcox Trailer Court (NE); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin is seeking a manufacturing operator in Nebraska to weigh gram bags for batches and to unload bulk raw materials from tanks, railcars, and trucks. The role includes inventory management, material sampling, quality checks, and maintaining a clean, safe work area.

The position requires overtime and weekend coverage as needed, with emphasis on accuracy, safety, and teamwork. Prior manufacturing experience and basic computer skills are desired.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous experience in manufacturing preferred.
• Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Solid math, reading and writing abilities.
• Ability to maintain continuous mental, visual and audio attention.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Weigh gram bags for compound batches according to recipe to supply mixers.
• Unload bulk raw materials from tanks, railcars and trucks into bulk storage.
• Order raw materials as needed and oversee inventory of materials and supplies.
• Sample and identify raw materials; confirm quality.
• Maintain a clean work area and follow 5S safety practices.

Skills

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Math literacy

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Position Summary

This position is responsible for weighing gram bags for compound batches and unloading bulk raw materials from tanks, railcars and trucks.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Ability to work overtime is required, including extended shifts & weekends, to meet business needs.
2. Accurately weigh ingredients for gram bags by following recipe to properly supply mixers.
3. Operation of all bulk unloading systems to transfer delivered blacks, clays and oils into bulk storage.
4. Order raw materials as needed.
5. Manage inventory of raw materials, incoming supplies and needs of the mixers.
6. Sample and identify raw materials. Confirm quality.
7. Keep area clean.
8. Must use frequent physical effort to perform job duties.
9. Able to foster professionalism with all associates along with internal and external customers
10. Monitor and follow all safety preventative measures and practices, including 5S+ safety guidelines

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. 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.
3. Participate on project teams, star point teams and kaizen events when needed.
4. Attend and participate in all training opportunities required to develop in the role.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education

• High School diploma or GED preferred

Experience

• Previous experience in manufacturing preferred

Preferred Skills/ Qualifications

• Good verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Sound decision making skills
• Good math, reading and writing skills
• Be able to exercise continuous mental, visual and audio attention

Skills/ Competencies

• 1. Basic computer skills
• 2. Vision: Near acuity and accommodation for reading information to perform job tasks
• 3. Requires constant alertness to surroundings and product quality with attention to detail
• 4. Must be able to operate material handling equipment and hoist, if needed

Physical Requirements

• 1. Ability to operate material handling equipment
• 2. Includes outdoor work.
• 3. Ability to work in hot and cold temperatures
• 4. Includes climbing ladders in all types of weather.
• Additional Physical Requirements

None at All (0%)
Occasional (1-33%)
Frequent (34-66%)
Continuous (67-100%)
Lift/Carry: X
Up to 10 lbs: X
11-20 lbs: X
21-35 lbs: X
Bending: X
Twist/Turn: X
Reach Below Knee: X
Push/Pull: X
Squat/Kneel: X
Stand/Walk: X
Sit: X
Lifting Above Shoulders: X

Other Skills

• Ability to work well in a team environment

Assessment

• Employee must successfully complete Pre-employment screening

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS/ SCOPE

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

WORKING CONDITIONS

• 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, high visibility clothing)
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. Ability to work overtime, including short-notice overtime and weekend coverage to meet business needs.

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. Management retains discretion in determining appropriate job responsibilities based upon employee qualifications and business need.

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.