Production Manager (2nd Shift)

Parker Hannifin Corporation; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin Corporation's Hydraulic & Aerospace Filtration Division is hiring a Value Stream Team Leader for the second shift (1:00 PM–11:00 PM) to drive continuous improvement across plant value streams. You will lead daily operations, coordinate supply chain and production priorities, and ensure safety and 5S standards.

The role emphasizes Lean leadership, team development, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver premier customer service and cost reductions while building a skilled

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field.
• 3-5 years’ management or supervisory experience.
• Experience with LEAN teams or leading LEAN teams is preferred.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated teamwork and teambuilding skills.

Responsibilities

• The Value Stream Team Leader will meet with the Value Stream associates regularly. Reflecting on problems, solutions and challenges, thereby creating a culture of continuous improvement.
• Leads the plant value stream(s) in daily operations and continuous improvements, which include but are not limited to: supply chain, production control, manufacturing priorities and coordination between all shifts in the value stream.
• Create the basis for continuous improvement and employee empowerment by ensuring that standardized work and processes are followed, needed adjustments are implemented and the area is compliant with safety and 5S requirements.
• Instill and maintain a positive team atmosphere in the Value Stream(s); hold regular team meetings and assign team member tasks and coordinate support activities form departments outside of the team. Utilize PDCA in conjunction with Tracking Centers and Team Improvement Boards to ensure results.
• Provide effective cross training for Value Stream associates and backups from other value streams to assure the continuous smooth running of the value stream. Encourage team to stop and fix problems in order to get quality right the first time.
• Work with the Value Stream Manager to develop the future state value stream map and manage the plans to achieve it as documented in the Value Steam Tracking Center. In addition, the Team Leader works with the Group Leader and the Value Stream Team to maintain Team Improvement Boards. A visually controlled environment must be developed to assure no problems are hidden.

Skills

Accounting

PC skills

Manufacturing

HR management

Inventory control

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration

Tools

LEAN

Job description

Org Marketing Statement

At Parker Hannifin’s Hydraulic & Aerospace Filtration Division (HAFD), we specialize in manufacturing high-quality products that filter, purify, and provide positive protection against contamination. Our solutions deliver predictable reliability for hydraulic, lubrication, fuel and air systems and components. Parker HAFD offers a comprehensive portfolio of fluid filtering products. We are proud to be a leader in the filtration industry, committed to premier quality standards supported by state-of-the-art engineering, advanced prototyping capabilities, and a cutting-edge test laboratory. The products, systems, and services we provide deliver meaningful benefits to our valued customers across key markets including Industrial, Mobile, Natural Resources, Power Generation, and Transportation. Our solutions enhance system fluid longevity, protect critical system components, reduce environmental impact, promote safety, and ensure the long‑term health and reliability of essential capital assets.

Our Expertise

With over 100 years of experience, we serve diverse sectors including:

• On-Board Filtration Solutions for Military and Commercial Aerospace Applications


• Clean Diesel and Aviation Fuel Filtration Solutions


• Large Engine Filtration Solutions (Locomotive Engines)


• Off-Road Machinery (Construction, Agricultural, and Material Handling)


• Power Generation (On-shore and Off-Shore Oil & Gas)

Why Join Us?

• Engage with cutting‑edge filtration solutions that drive innovation and reliability.


• Collaborate on advanced filtration technologies designed to protect and enhance system performance.


• Be part of a team developing state‑of‑the‑art filtration solutions for critical applications.


• Work alongside experts utilizing the latest filtration innovations to deliver superior system protection.


• Contribute to pioneering filtration solutions that set industry standards for quality and efficiency.

Be Part of Our Mission

Join us in making the world safer for future generations through sustainable filtration and purification solutions.

Position Summary

Responsibility for leading operation of one or more plant value streams. Implements under the direction of the Value Stream Manager the Parker Lean system and Win Strategy to ensure a safe work environment, drive quality improvements, provide premier customer service, develop a qualified workforce, reduce operating costs, inventories and lead times through continuous improvements. Oversee day‑to‑day activities to meet daily, monthly, quarterly and annual expectations.

This second‑shift position follows a standard schedule of 1:00 PM to 11:00 PM.

Responsibilities

• The Value Stream Team Leader will meet with the Value Stream associates regularly. Reflecting on problems, solutions and challenges, thereby creating a culture of continuous improvement.


• Leads the plant value stream(s) in daily operations and continuous improvements, which include but are not limited to: supply chain, production control, manufacturing priorities and coordination between all shifts in the value stream.


• Create the basis for continuous improvement and employee empowerment by ensuring that standardized work and processes are followed, needed adjustments are implemented and the area is compliant with safety and 5S requirements.


• Instill and maintain a positive team atmosphere in the Value Stream(s); hold regular team meetings and assign team member tasks and coordinate support activities form departments outside of the team. Utilize PDCA in conjunction with Tracking Centers and Team Improvement Boards to ensure results.


• Provide effective cross training for Value Stream associates and backups from other value streams to assure the continuous smooth running of the value stream. Encourage team to stop and fix problems in order to get quality right the first time.


• Work with the Value Stream Manager to develop the future state value stream map and manage the plans to achieve it as documented in the Value Steam Tracking Center. In addition, the Team Leader works with the Group Leader and the Value Stream Team to maintain Team Improvement Boards. A visually controlled environment must be developed to assure no problems are hidden.

Qualifications

• Sufficient background in accounting, PC skills, manufacturing, human resource management and inventory control.


• Demonstrated teamwork and teambuilding skills. Ability to assess and develop individual and team skills and capabilities. Able to create and maintain enthusiasm for challenges.


• Serve as model by promoting safety, new ideas and positive change.


• Good written and verbal communication skills.


• Experience with LEAN teams or leading LEAN teams is preferred.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field.


• 3- 5 years’ management or supervisory experience

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Aff. 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

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.