Extrusion Machine Operator, 2nd Shift

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Company Overview:
Parker Hannifin - Parflex Division

When you join Parker Hannifin's Parflex Division, you're not just working on hoses and tubing - you're helping power the systems behind some of the most important vehicles, machines, and technologies in the world. From under the hood of U.S. military trucks like the JLTV and HEMTT, to inside the wings of the F-35 fighter jet and C-130 Hercules, our thermoplastic and fluoropolymer hose products are trusted in the world's most demanding applications.

You'll also find Parker Parflex products supporting wind farms, solar fields, food production plants, and next-generation hydrogen vehicles. Whether it's helping to land a Black Hawk helicopter safely or making sure air brake systems on semi-trucks perform in any weather, our team builds solutions that keep America moving, protected, and growing.

Parflex is part of Parker's North American Hose Products Group, a global leader in motion and control technologies for over 100 years. At our facility, we focus on innovation, safety, and purpose-driven work. We offer stability, great benefits, and the satisfaction of building parts that truly make a difference.

Why Work for Parker?

Competitive wages: Our entry level Extrusion Operator starts at $22.05 an hour, with a $2.00 per hour shift differential for working on 2nd shift. In addition to wages, our team members also receive quarterly bonuses, set by company growth and quality goals. This is 2.5%-10% of annual earnings! We also have an annual perfect attendance bonus of $1,250!

Exceptional Benefits: All team members are eligible for benefits starting day 1! You can receive 120 hours of Paid Time Off your first full year with Parker! We also have 13 paid holidays and volunteer time off opportunities. We offer multiple medical, dental, and vision insurance plans to fit your lifestyle. 401(k) starts right away, matching the first 5% of your contribution.

In addition, Parker offers multiple voluntary benefit plans, such as supplemental insurance plans, legal protection, renters/home/auto insurance, pet wellness, and identity theft protection. We also offer discounts and incentives through the many partners of Parker Hannifin.

Schedule and

Location:

We are located at 1717 Dufek Drive in Manitowoc, WI. Second shift hours are 2:00pm-10:00pm, M-F, with a flexible overtime schedule when voluntary or required. Our facility is environmentally controlled 365 days a year. That means team members are comfortable year-round, working in air conditioning in the summer and heat in the winter!

Hose & Tubing Extrusion Machine Operator - Shape the Core of Critical Systems

At Parflex, our Extrusion Machine Operators do more than run equipment - they create the foundation of products that power high-stakes systems across the globe. From aerospace and defense to renewable energy and transportation, your work helps shape precision-engineered hose and tubing used in:

• U.S. military vehicles like the JLTV and FMTV
• Advanced aircraft such as the F-35 Lightning II and C-130 Hercules
• Wind turbine braking systems and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles
• High-pressure equipment for construction, oil & gas, and emergency rescue

You'll work hands-on with advanced thermoplastics and fluoropolymers, monitoring quality and operating extrusion machinery that produces hose with exacting tolerances and world-class durability. Your attention to detail and pride in quality are essential in helping Parker deliver the unmatched reliability our customers trust.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Sets up and operates thermo-plastic extruders and auxiliary equipment on the extruder line according to engineering specifications; makes immediate corrections where possible.
• Utilizes a variety of precision measuring instruments, performing all required testing and recording all pertinent information and ensuring quality standards are met.
• Determines appropriate changeover of tooling to ensure proper dimensions according to specifications. Monitors machines and process, reporting irregularities to Lead…