Production Lead - Welding

Parker Hannifin Corporation; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 63,369; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) with company matching

Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays

Job summary

Parker Hannifin Corporation in Carson, California is seeking a Production Lead of Welding to support manufacturing plans while ensuring product quality and safety. This hands-on leader will train personnel and maintain consistent weld quality based on company standards.

The ideal candidate has over 8 years in manufacturing and is bilingual in English and Spanish. The role includes hands-on technical guidance, problem resolution, and participation in quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment; welding experience required.
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions in English.
• Demonstrate ability to get along with others; behave professionally.

Responsibilities

• Work with the production team to execute the manufacturing plan.
• Ensure welding operations consistently meet or exceed quality expectations.
• Provide hands-on technical guidance to welding operators.

Skills

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Technical troubleshooting

Problem-solving skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Handheld scanners

Job description

Position Summary

The Production Lead of Welding supports the execution of the manufacturing plan by guiding welding personnel, ensuring product quality, promoting safe work practices, and helping resolve production issues. This role is a hands‑on technical leader responsible for training operators, interpreting blueprints, supporting process documentation and maintaining consistent weld quality in line with Parker‑Hannifin expectations.

The Production Lead is expected to be self‑directed, flexible, and capable of leading by example in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Work with the production team to execute the manufacturing plan and meet daily production requirements.
• Support an empowered, safe, and productive work environment.
• Ensure welding operations consistently meet or exceed quality expectations.
• Diagnose production, welding, or equipment‑related issues and help develop effective solutions.
• Provide hands‑on technical guidance to welding operators and production personnel.
• Interpret and explain blueprints, weld symbols, and production equipment requirements.
• Assist in creating and maintaining applicable procedures, work instructions, and process documentation used in production.
• Support continuous improvement efforts related to safety, quality, delivery, and productivity.
• Other duties may be assigned as required.

Education, Credentials, and Experience

• High School Diploma required.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish required.
• 8+ years of experience in manufacturing environment; welding experience required.

Technical Depth and Breadth

• Basic computer skills.
• Operate handheld and barcode scanners.
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions in English.
• Learn and maintain required skill and proficiency to successfully accomplish full job responsibilities; willingly take on new assignments.
• Able to work proficiently in at least 3/4 of the skill matrix cells in 75% of the value stream and perform the most complex processes.
• Technical troubleshooting with a high sense of independence.

Problem Solving and Analytical Skills

• In coordination with team members, initiate contact with other support groups to resolve problems.
• Apply structured problem‑solving skills to help drive improvement activities, Lean and Kaizen projects, HPT and TIB meetings.
• Provide suggestions for improvement.
• Consistently open to change and new ideas.
• Application and knowledge of pareto charts, 5Y, Fish Bone Diagram and 10 Step Problem Solving.

Teamwork and Interpersonal Skills

• Dependable, prompt and reliable with good overall attendance; present at workstation when required.
• Demonstrate ability to get along with others; behave professionally; treat all coworkers with respect and dignity consistent with Parker Values and Code of Conduct.
• Actively participate; gain cooperation and trust; and deal with conflicts effectively.
• Builds and leverages strong relationships beyond the Shipping and Receiving area to accomplish team goals.

Communication

• Able to read, understand and follow written and verbal instructions and directions in English.
• Keep others informed, provide accurate and timely feedback, communicate clearly, listen and be receptive to feedback.
• Able to lead teams, facilitate meetings, and present team results.

Physical and Mental Demands

• Required to sit, stand, bend, reach.
• May be required to stand, sit or alternate between sitting and standing for 8+ hours at a time, based on business needs.
• Good hand/eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Rotate functions in cells as needed.
• Frequent lifting or moving of lightweight (<20 lbs.) materials, occasional lifting to 25 lbs. without assistance.
• Use of Personal Protective Equipment as required; may include safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection, and/or any other equipment deemed necessary.
• Able to work in a non‑air‑conditioned plant year‑round.

Conditions of Employment

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

Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule

• Competitive Compensation: Pay Range $30/hr to $46/hr.
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program.

Benefit & Retirement Plans

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company‑provided defined‑contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short‑term and long‑term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company‑Paid Holidays.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affiliated 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. This position is subject to meeting export compliance eligibility requirements. Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, go to Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov) and Genetic Information Discrimination.

Drug Tests

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.