Production Support - 1st Shift

Parker Hannifin Corporation; Vero Beach (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin in Florida is seeking a Production Support worker to assist with unwrap, extraction, calendar, fabric operations, and related processes. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement within a high-performance team environment.

Responsibilities include following standardized work, contributing to lean initiatives, and maintaining clear communication with maintenance and operators to ensure on-time production and ISO-compliant quality.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or GED required.
• Experience: Production work preferred but not required.
• Strong ability to read and interpret basic specifications and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Safety / 5S: follow rules to keep a clean, safe work area.
• Communication: read and interpret specifications; communicate findings.
• Standardized Work: follow established processes and procedures.
• Quality: perform quality checks and follow ISO policies.
• Continuous Improvement: participate in high performance teams and lean activities.
• Interpersonal: work with diverse teams and management, communicate effectively.

Skills

Good verbal & interpersonal

Hand tools

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting skills

Math, reading, writing

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Position Summary

Under the general supervision of the Floor Supervisor, the Production Support performs tasks associated with Unwrap, Extraction, Rubber Mill Calendar, Fabric Calendar, Fabric Cutter, Coiling/Finishing, Boot Cutting, Crane Operation, or Warehouse processes. Key areas of responsibility include working safely, communication and interpersonal skills, quality, production tracking, following standardized work, and continuous improvement

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Safety / 5S - Follow safety rules and policies to maintain a clean, organized and safe environment


2. Communication - Read, interpret, and work from technical specifications and communicate technical information visually and verbally


3. Standardized Work - follow established practices for work processes


4. Quality - Follow ISO policies and procedures and perform quality checks during work process


5. Continuous Improvement - Participate on a High Performance Team by working to develop improvements and utilize problem solving activities; may also attend period LEAN meetings


6. Interpersonal - Work with a variety of people and interact positively with other associates and management


7. Ability to work overtime as required, including extended shifts & weekends, to meet business needs.

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC/NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Work safely in accordance with regulations, standards, and procedures, and in a manner that eliminates unreasonable risk to health and the environment. Notify management of unsafe conditions or practices, unlawful activities and activities which present unreasonable health and/or environmental risk. Report all safety and/or environmental incidents to management immediately.


2. Prevent excess waste of product and/or components by operating the equipment in an efficient manner.


3. Maintain production schedules.


4. Participate in peer-based teams (i.e., Natural High Performance Teams), and work with groups to initiate and implement programs such as Lean Manufacturing and 5-S.


5. Other duties may be assigned at a later time.

Qualifications

Education required: High School diploma or GED

Experience: Production work preferred but not required

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

1. Good verbal and interpersonal communication skills


2. Basic knowledge and use of hand tools


3. Sound decision making skills


4. Good math, reading, writing skills


5. Demonstrated mechanical aptitude


6. Strong trouble shooting skills


7. Be able to exercise continuous mental, visual, and audio attention


8. Ability to work well in a team environment

Skills/Competencies:

1. Basic computer skills

2. Ability to monitor machine sounds to identify and diagnose changes in order to take appropriate action.

3. Vision: Near acuity and accommodation for reading information to perform job tasks.

4. Requires constant alertness to surroundings and product quality with attention to detail.

Physical Requirements:

None at All (0%)

Occasional (1-33%)

Frequent (34-66%)

Continuous (67-100%)

Lift/Carry

Up to 10 lbs

11-20 lbs

21-30 lbs

Bending

Twist/Turn

Reach Below Knee

Push/Pull

Squat/Kneel

Stand/Walk

Sit

Lifting Above Shoulders

Assessment: Employee must pass Pre-employment screening

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS/SCOPE:

• Report directly to Value Stream Team Leader


• Work closely with Maintenance to resolve issues with the equipment

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The employee may be subject to:

• High noise levels from operating machines and equipment.


• Physical hazards from operating machines and moving reels.

1. Work in areas where safety equipment will be required (steel toe shoes, eye protection, hearing protection)


2. Standing is required for extended periods of time. Walking, pushing, pulling, reaching, bending, turning, twisting, squatting, and lifting is performed on a regular basis


3. Requires high degree of manual dexterity, which could be performed under restrictive conditions


4. Requires flexible hours and short notice for overtime.

The employee may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.

DISCLAIMER:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.

Parker Hannifin

Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century, we've enabled engineering breakthroughs that make energy cleaner, transportation safer, medical treatments more effective, and manufacturing more efficient.

With empowered team members in more than 40 countries, Parker serves customers across aerospace & defense, energy, HVAC & refrigeration, in-plant & industrial equipment, off-highway and transportation.

Our scale is global, but our purpose is personal. We enable breakthroughs that improve lives, strengthen communities and create a brighter future.

Our Purpose - Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow - comes to life through our people-first culture where teamwork drives performance, inclusion fuels innovation and growth is encouraged. This environment fosters collaboration and empowers team members from engineering and manufacturing to finance, supply chain, human resources, information technology and beyond.

By combining deep expertise with an entrepreneurial spirit, we help customers succeed in markets that demand performance, reliability, and sustainability.

As we look to the future, Parker is advancing initiatives in energy efficiency and sustainability while developing the next generation of talent and leaders to engineer a better tomorrow.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative 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. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.
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