Press Operator – Molding Technician with Growth & Benefits

Parker Hannifin; Woodridge (IL); On-site; USD 22,813 - 25,182; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Career development

Job summary

Parker Hannifin is seeking a Press Operator to join the molding team in Illinois. You will run machines to job standards, inspect for safety, perform 5S practices, and participate in continuous improvement.

Expected earnings range $16.56–$18.28 per hour with the annual incentive program and a comprehensive benefits package. The role requires standing for long periods and lifting up to 40 pounds as needed.

Qualifications

• Previous Machine Operator experience preferred.
• Solid work history required.
• Good communication skills and the ability to read, understand and execute work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Correct and report all discrepancies or changes in work instructions to the QC Manager or Supervisor.
• Inspect your area and equipment for safety hazards, correct and report to Supervisor.
• Wear all required PPE.
• Check work area before startup to ensure the proper materials are on hand.
• Use the specified gram weight of rubber for each cycle.
• Correctly load rubber prep and inserts into the molds.
• Complete production tags, travel tickets and day-by‑the‑hour sheets as required.
• Strive for efficiency and productivity.
• Audit parts while running, adjust process if necessary to improve quality. Seek help if not able to correct problem. Strive for zero defects.
• If a mold is damaged, must be reported immediately to the Supervisor.
• Where appropriate, run multiple presses as assigned.
• Run sample press as assigned.
• Interact with the Tugger Operator as required.
• Maintain/follow 5S standards/system.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.
• Run presses and molds efficiently and productively, become a valuable contributing member of the team.
• Actively participate in team meetings to solve problems.
• Be flexible enough to move to different jobs throughout the day.
• Take on a team responsibility, Relief person, Auditor, Troubleshooter, Job setup, Scheduler, Trainer.
• Work with the team to schedule vacations and holidays as needed.

Skills

Good communication skills

Job description

Parker Hannifin is seeking a Press Operator to join the molding team in Illinois. You will run machines to job standards, inspect for safety, perform 5S practices, and participate in continuous improvement.

Expected earnings range $16.56–$18.28 per hour with the annual incentive program and a comprehensive benefits package. The role requires standing for long periods and lifting up to 40 pounds as needed.