Testing and Packaging Operator
Listed on 2026-08-08
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Machine Operator, Packaging Engineer
Org Marketing Statement 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 Test & Packaging Operator starts at $19.46 an hour. 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. First shift hours are 6am-2pm Monday-Friday, 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!
The Test and Packaging Operator is responsible for machine operation and processing in successful achievement towards final product. This role performs the last view of product before preparing for shipping, following all Parker Hannifin Standard Operating Procedures and Safety regulations and practices. This person contributes to and participates in a strong team environment.
ResponsibilitiesTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Coils good hose on to packaging reel per specifications and stretch wraps finished reel for shipment.
Ensures customer specifications are met related to reel size and/or packaging of finished product.
Documents, logs, compiles reports as required and/or requested.
Monitors machines and process, reporting irregularities to VSTL for problem identification and resolution.
Participates in area and process team projects and activities.
Performs or assists with other duties as assigned.
High School diploma or equivalency required
Machine operation experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
Mathematical aptitude and proficiency
Keyboarding skills with some knowledge of MS Office software
Ability tooperatemanual and electric jack;
Company will train
Measurement skills, including use of precision measuring tools and equipment
Attention to detail, and ability to troubleshoot for process and product improvement
Effective verbal communication and listening skills
Problem solving skills and ability to work under pressure
Successful prioritizing and management of work projects
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