Night Shift Yarn Braider & Winder - OT Available

Parker Hannifin Corporation; Manitowoc (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin Corporation's Parflex Division in Manitowoc, WI is seeking a Yarn Braider & Winder Operator for a 3rd shift (Sun–Thu, 10pm–6am). You will set up and run yarn braiding machines, winders and braiders, with overtime after training.

Responsibilities include yarn transfers, bobbin handling, tension monitoring, tooling changes, quality checks, and packaging. Strong math, measuring, and English skills are needed; forklift training is provided. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Mathematical aptitude and proficiency.
• Keyboarding skills, with some knowledge of MS Office software.
• Ability to operate forklift and manual and electric jack; Company will train.
• Measurement skills, including use of precision measuring tools and equipment.
• Attention to detail, and ability to troubleshoot for process and product improvement.
• Effective English verbal communication and listening skills.
• Problem solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Successful prioritizing and management of work projects.

Responsibilities

• Operation and set‑up of yarn braiding machines; transfer yarn from shipping spools to bobbins.
• Move full bobbins to braider decks; remove empty bobbins and splice as needed.
• Monitor bobbin footage, yarn condition and tensions.
• Change over tooling and gears to ensure proper dimension.
• Observe payoffs, adhesive, braid pattern, and take‑ups during braiding.
• Record quality checks and ensure standards are met.
• Package product, make cartons and spools as required.
• Contribute to continual process improvement and team activities.
• Report irregularities to Shift Supervisor; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Math aptitude

MS Office

English communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Prioritizing tasks

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Measuring tools

Precision measuring tools

Job description

Parker Hannifin Corporation's Parflex Division in Manitowoc, WI is seeking a Yarn Braider & Winder Operator for a 3rd shift (Sun–Thu, 10pm–6am). You will set up and run yarn braiding machines, winders and braiders, with overtime after training.

Responsibilities include yarn transfers, bobbin handling, tension monitoring, tooling changes, quality checks, and packaging. Strong math, measuring, and English skills are needed; forklift training is provided. Equal opportunity employer.