Braider Operator - Off Shift

Position Summary

Position Summary

Operator is responsible for setting up and operating the reinforcement machines (Braid Machines).

• When setting up machines and running hose, operators will follow the standard work instructions.
• Operator must organize, coordinate, and monitor multiple machines as they are running to ensure a quality product.
• Operator will prioritize job duties based on information obtained from Work Leader/Value Stream Team Leader and/or braid set-up sheet.
• Operator will communicate with Material Handler when needing supplies.
• Operator will diagnose and troubleshoot minor problems to prevent serious mechanical failures and communicate with Maintenance when needed.
• Operator will monitor the flow of production and check the schedule (via cards or Made to Order) to know what the current run is and what the future run(s) will be.

• 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.
• Prevent excess waste of product and/or components by operating the equipment in an efficient manner.
• Maintain production schedules.
• 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.
• Other duties may be assigned later.

Education: High School diploma or GED

Experience: Production work preferred but not required

• Good verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Basic knowledge and use of hand tools
• Sound decision making skills
• Good math, reading, writing skills
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude
• Mental and visual acuity for production of quality product
• Strong trouble shooting skills

• Basic computer skills - Microsoft Office package
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds

• Ability to work well in a team environment

• Employee must pass Pre-employment screening

• Report directly to Value Stream Team Leader
• Work closely with Maintenance to resolve issues with the equipment

• Work Requirements:
  None at all / Occasional / Frequent / Continuous
• % of Workday (8 hr): 0% / 1-33% / 34-66% / 67-100%
• Repetitions per hour: 4-6 / 6-12 / >12
• Lift / Carry:
  Up to 10 lbs. / 11-30 lbs.
• Bending
• Twist / turn
• Reach below knee
• Push / pull
• Squat / kneel
• Stand / walk
• Sit
• No lifting above shoulders

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.

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.

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