Position Summary
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
This position is responsible for the operation of equipment to produce rubber hose. Positions include: 2-spiral cover operators, wash cover operator, 4-spiral and 2-spiral tube operators, and wash tube operators.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Set up, operate, and monitor extruders and braider decks to produce rubber tube and cover and make adjustments to correct for speed and temperature
Load bobbins of yarn on braider decks and balance for operation
Operate braiders decks to wrap yarn over the tube to reinforce the hose
Utilize computer to access specifications, enter quality data and print specifications
Use drops, calipers, thickness gauges and OD tapes to measure product and assure conformance to specification
Able to foster professionalism with all associates along with internal and external customers
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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:
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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.
Participate on project teams, star point teams and kaizen events when needed.
Attend and participate in all training opportunities required to develop in the role
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:
1. Basic computer skills
2. Vision: Near acuity and accommodation for reading information to perform job tasks
3. Requires constant alertness to surroundings and product quality with attention to detail
4. Must be able to operate material handling equipment and hoist, if needed
Physical Requirements:
1. Ability to operate material handling equipment
2. Ability to use overhead hoist
3. Ability to work in hot and cold temperatures
Additional physical Requirements
Lifting Above Shoulders
X
Use of Hands and Fingers
X
Other Skills:
Ability to work well in a team environment
Assessment:
Employee must successfully complete Pre-employment screening
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS/ SCOPE:
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
Work in areas where safety equipment will be required (steel toe shoes, eye protection, hearing protection, high visibility clothing)
Standing is required for extended periods of time. Walking, pushing, pulling, reaching, bending, turning, twisting, squatting, and lifting is performed on a regular basis
Requires high degree of manual dexterity, which could be performed under restrictive conditions
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. 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.
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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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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.
