Operations Manager

Parker Hannifin Corporation; South Kearsarge (PA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Lord in Erie, PA, part of Parker Hannifin, seeks a Value Stream Leader to own the HCL Value Stream with ~115 teammates and $150M in sales. You will drive safety, delivery, quality, and cost while fostering an empowered, collaborative culture.

Responsibilities include leading multi-shift manufacturing in a union setting, aligning priorities with support functions, and advancing Lean initiatives across the plant.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of manufacturing experience; 6 years in roles leading teams and/or complex projects.
• Bachelor's Degree with a strong mechanical aptitude and process knowledge.
• Master's Degree or technical discipline is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Promote a Safety-First workplace and close opportunities for safety improvements.
• Lead front line leaders and production teams with clear objectives and empowerment.
• Promote Continuous Improvement through Parker Lean System and Team Improvement Boards.
• Develop talent through cross-training and Skill Matrix.
• Accountable for safety, quality, delivery, and cost KPIs.
• Collaborate across Value Streams, Quality, Mfg Engineering, HR, Supply Chain and CS to drive Lean.
• Resolve escalated manufacturing issues and prioritize resources.
• Adapt to customer changing needs and expectations.
• Monitor capacity and performance via monthly reviews and capacity planning.

Skills

Lead high-performance teams

Written and verbal communication

Organizational and planning skills

Adaptability in fast-paced production

Lead through change

Coaching and conflict resolution

Manufacturing process experience

General cost accounting practices

Education

Bachelor's Degree with mechanical aptitude and process knowledge

Tools

SAP

Job description

Position Summary

Parker Lord, located in Erie, Pennsylvania, is part of Parker Hannifin, a global Fortune 250 company. We pride ourselves on our people, our climate-controlled facility, and our culture of high-performance teams empowered to make decisions at both the strategic and day-to-day level. We are committed to creating an inclusive, caring, and collaborative work environment where team members can continue developing their skills and pursue advancement opportunities within one of Parker Hannifin's largest global divisions. If you're looking for a fast-paced, collaborative manufacturing environment where you can help deliver innovative engineering solutions while developing people, driving performance, and making a meaningful business impact, look no further.

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the HCL Value Stream within the Erie Facility, a complex and highly visible operation representing approximately $150M in annual sales, approximately 115 team members, and production across three shifts. This role carries full responsibility for the operational execution and performance of the value stream, with direct accountability for all Safety, Delivery, Quality, and Cost - SDQC - key performance indicators.

This leader will drive achievement of production objectives through a strong focus on team member safety, product quality, customer delivery, and product cost. The successful candidate will foster an environment of empowerment, collaboration, communication, talent development, and operational consistency while leading a large, multi-shift manufacturing team in a union environment. This role requires excellent communication skills, the ability to coordinate priorities across production teams and support functions, and the agility to adapt to complex and evolving production challenges.

This is an ITAR-restricted position that complies with the drug and alcohol testing regulations of the Department of Transportation (DOT) (49 CFR part 40) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) (14 CFR part 120).

Responsibilities

• Promote a Safety-First workplace, encouraging the identification and closure of opportunities for safety improvements.
• Provide leadership to front line leaders and production team members, including establishment of clear objectives and expectations, and creating an environment where functional excellence, collaboration and empowerment is embraced.
• Promote Continuous Improvement Culture through utilization of Parker Lean System (PLS) principles and engagement through Team Improvement Boards (TIB) and High-Performance Teams (HPTs)
• Responsible for talent development of direct and indirect reports through cross-training and utilization of the Skill Matrix to provide the opportunity to develop cross-functional skills and expertise.
• Responsible and accountable for team empowerment, engagement, and associated team KPIs (safety, quality, delivery, and cost).
• Drive and embrace collaboration and partnership with other Value Streams, Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, Human Resources, Supply Chain and Customer Service, to maintain a continuous improvement (Lean) mindset to achieve Zero Defects through product and process robustness.
• Resolve escalated manufacturing issues through collaboration and resource prioritization.
• Adapt and effectively react to customer changing needs and expectations
• Continuously monitor the capacity and capability of the HCL Value Stream through utilization of capacity planning tools as well as monthly performance reviews to identify areas of risk and opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with Human Resources and Union Leadership to operate collaboratively within the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Qualifications

Required

• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate high-performance teams.
• Strong and demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and planning skills with demonstrated ability to lead and manage multiple projects/initiatives.
• Ability to adapt within a fast-paced production environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead through change.
• Effective coaching, conflict management and resolution skills.
• Knowledge of internal and external industry specifications.
• SAP Knowledge & Experience
• Manufacturing Process Experience
• Knowledge of General Cost Accounting Practices

Work Experience

• Minimum 8 years of manufacturing experience; 6 years in roles leading teams and/or complex projects, preferably within operations

Education

• Bachelor's Degree with a strong mechanical aptitude and process knowledge

Preferred

• Master's Degree or a Degree in a Technical discipline is a plus
• General knowledge of Rubber-to-Metal Manufacturing Processes (i.e. Elastomer Processes, Bonding Processes, Assembly etc.).

Languages

• English (written and verbal)

Conditions of Employment

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affiliation 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.