Tube Bender

Parker; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin is seeking an assembler/fabricator to fabricate and assemble basic tubing components for air, fuel, oil, and hydraulic systems used in aircraft and spacecraft. The role involves reading blueprints, setting up tubing, bending, assembling, and inspecting parts using precision measuring tools.

The position requires attention to detail, ability to follow work instructions, and teamwork in a manufacturing environment. Equal emphasis on safety and lean practices is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Reads work orders, blueprints, sketches, and bend data charts to determine tubing dimensions and finish specifications.
• Establishes trim lines of parts and relationships using data, templates, and measuring systems.
• Operates manual and power machines to cut, form, swage, flare, and burr tubing per specifications.
• Performs single bend operations using semi-automatic tube bender.
• Attaches fittings to tubing components using hand tools and machines.
• Aligns and assembles tubing components in jigs for welding and inspection.

Responsibilities

• Reads work orders and blueprints to determine tubing specs.
• Sets up and operates machines to form and cut tubing per data sheets.
• Bends tubing using semi-automatic equipment and attaches fittings.
• Inspects tubing components with calipers and gauges for conformance.
• Welds and assembles tubing into completed configurations.
• Maintains clean, safe work area and follows lean principles.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Measuring instruments

Hand tools operation

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

Fabricates and assembles basic tubing components for air, fuel, oil, hydraulic, and related systems of aircraft and spacecraft, according to specifications, using hand tools, power tools, rotary draw tube bending machines (semi-automatic), equipment, measuring instruments, and measuring systems. Performs work under direct supervision or with guidance of more experienced team member.

Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions

1. Reads work order, blueprints, sketches, and bend data charts, or works from master tubing templates to determine tubing dimensions, configuration, and finish specifications.

2. Establishes basic and moderately complex trim lines of parts and relationship of parts to each other, using master tube data, master template, and measuring systems.

3. Sets up and operates variety of manual and power machines to cut, form, swage, flare, and burr tubing according to specifications.

4. Performs single bend operations using the semi automatic tube bender.

5. Attaches fittings, such as nuts, sleeves, collars, and caps, to tubing components, using hand tools and machines.

6. Aligns, fits, and assembles tubing components in jigs and fixtures for subsequent welding.

7. Measures and inspects tubing components for conformance to customer and Stratoflex requirements using the following devices, height gauge, bevel protractor, calipers, ball gauges, stanchions, fixtures, CMM, Aicon System and visual controls.

8. Tests tubing assemblies for leaks and other defects, using pressure-testing equipment.

9. Marks identifying information on tubing, using electro-chemical etching device, label, or other method.

10. Cleans and lubricates tubing and assemblies.

11. Removes minor imperfections by use of mechanical or manual methods according to approved process instructions

Secondary Responsibilities/Non Essential Functions

1. Actively participates in lean initiatives by identifying and providing suggestions on areas for improvement. Applies lean concepts and tools in work areas.

2. May assist in training less experienced team members.

3. Observes all company policies and procedures, including safety rules and maintains clean, orderly and foreign object damage (FOD) free work area.

4. Ensures all equipment is calibrated in accordance with calibration schedule.

5. Runs bump machine.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization

Qualifications

Qualifications (relevant experience, education and training)

1. Requires High School Diploma or equivalent and one year of related experience including degreasing using solvents and aqueous degreasing methods, preparing tubing for bending and preparing tubing components for stock or transport. Must acquire certified operator stamp within one year in position.

2. Must be able to perform rigid tube processes, waterspider processes, and saw cell processes with limited assistance.

3. Performs basic mathematical calculations, as well as demonstrate effective verbal, written, and basic computer skills.

4. The person in this position frequently communicates with co-workers about work product and processes and must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. Must be proficient at reading and understanding written instructions, procedures, blueprints, route sheets and test specifications. Demonstrates effective interpersonal communication skills as well as the ability to work in a team environment.

5. Possesses strong mechanical reasoning skills.

6. Able to implement and effectively apply lean/continuous improvement initiatives.

7. Must be able to work within precise limits or standards of accuracy.

8. Able to interpret reports and use standard business software applications. Able to use employee self-service to access on-line information and use specialized automated systems (i.e. PMR, TORS, e-mail).

9. Ability to effectively demonstrate team member competencies and participate in goal setting, performance feedback, and self-development activities.

Typical Mental and Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the team member is frequently required to move about inside the plant to operate machinery. The team member occasionally remains in a stationary. The team member is required to operate manual machining equipment, plant machinery and tools to assemble parts and use test equipment. Must be able to detect and identify parts and tools and inspect work for defects and accuracy. Also expected of the team member is regular attendance, the ability to work cooperatively and professionally with others. May be required to move parts or equipment weighing up to 10 pounds distances of up to 30 feet. The team member may be exposed to various solvents and lubricants as well as extremes in temperature or humidity.

(The essential functions have been provided as examples of types of work performed by team members assigned to this job classification. The Company reserves the right to modify work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified team members can perform the essential functions of the job. The physical and mental demands described above are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.)

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

Additional Comments

The essential functions have been provided as example of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affimative 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.