Reinforcement Operator (3rd Shift)

Parker Hannifin Corporation; Wilcox Trailer Court (NE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin is seeking a production operator to braid tubes using braiders, wardwells and skivers prior to hose covering. You will set up machines, change yarn bobbins, lubricate equipment, and check dimensions to ensure quality. You’ll coordinate with other teams and vendors to maintain material flow and production schedules.

Overtime, weekend shifts, and high safety standards are required. The role emphasizes teamwork, continuous improvement, and reliability in a fast-paced manufacturing

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous experience in manufacturing preferred.
• Good verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Sound decision making skills.
• Good math, reading and writing skills.
• Ability to exercise continuous mental, visual, and audio attention.
• Basic computer skills.
• Vision: near acuity and reading information.
• Attention to detail and safety awareness.
• Teamwork and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate braiders, wardwells, and skivers to braid tube prior to covering the hose.
• Set up machines per specification sheets and change yarn bobbins.
• Check product dimensions and record readings.
• Order yarn supply and maintain equipment.
• Work overtime including weekends to meet business needs.
• Maintain safety and compliance with regulations.

Skills

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Math skills

Reading skills

Writing skills

Attention to detail

Mental focus

Basic computer skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

High School diploma

Tools

N/A

Job description

Position Summary

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

This position is responsible for operating braiders, wardwells, and skivers to braid tube prior to covering the hose.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Ability to work overtime is required, including extended shifts & weekends, to meet business needs.
2. Must organize, coordinate, and operate several machines simultaneously
3. Must become familiar with assorted yarns and tube specifications
4. Set up machines as directed by specification sheets
5. Connect lengths of tube, change yarn bobbins and lubricate machines.
6. Check dimensions of product and record readings.
7. Change and install jacket stock, if needed.
8. Order yarn supply as needed
9. Able to foster professionalism with all associates along with internal and external customers

Work safely in accordance with regulations, standards, and procedures in a manner that eliminates risk to health and the environment. Notify leadership 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 leadership immediately

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC/ NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. 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.
2. Participate on project teams, star point teams and kaizen events when needed.
3. Attend and participate in all training opportunities required to develop in the role
4. Basic troubleshooting, repair, and preventative maintenance of machines

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education: High School diploma or GED preferred

Experience: Previous experience in manufacturing preferred

Preferred Skills/ Qualifications:

• Good verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Sound decision making skills
• Good math, reading and writing skills
• Be able to exercise continuous mental, visual, and audio attention

Skills/ Competencies:

• Basic computer skills
• Vision: Near acuity and accommodation for reading information to perform job tasks
• Requires constant alertness to surroundings and product quality with attention to detail
• Must be able to operate material handling equipment and hoist, if needed

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to operate material handling equipment
• Ability to work in hot and cold temperatures

Physical Tasks:

• Lift/Carry: None at All (0%)
• Up to 10 lbs: None at All (0%)
• 11-20 lbs: None at All (0%)
• 21-35 lbs: None at All (0%)
• Bending: None at All (0%)
• Twist/Turn: None at All (0%)
• Reach Below Knee: None at All (0%)
• Push/Pull: None at All (0%)
• Squat/Kneel: None at All (0%)
• Stand/Walk: None at All (0%)
• Sit: None at All (0%)
• Lifting Above Shoulders: None at All (0%)
• Use of Hands and Fingers: None at All (0%)

Other Skills: Ability to work well in a team environment

Assessment: Employee must successfully complete Pre-employment screening

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS/ SCOPE:

• Report directly to Value Stream Team Leader
• Work closely with other departments to resolve issues with the processes & 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
• Exposure to nuisance fumes

1. Work in areas where safety equipment will be required (steel toe shoes, eye protection, hearing protection, high visibility clothing)
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. Ability to work overtime, including short-notice overtime and weekend coverage to meet business needs.

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. Management retains discretion in determining appropriate job responsibilities based upon employee qualifications and business need.

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 Affi mative 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.
(Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor)

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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.