Braider Operator -1st Shift

Braider Operator
-1st Shift

Group:
Fluid Connector Grp N. America

Division:
Parflex (PFD)

Location:

USA MANSFIELD TX PARFLEX

Job Family:
Manufacturing

Job Type: Regular

Posted:
Feb 19, 2026

Job

• Pull tooling and materials according to manufacturing specifications for applicable machine(s), such as springs, braid rings, tube guides, wound bobbin, core tube, etc.
• Inspect tooling before using and track material used in WW3 system and Braider Logs
• Set up applicable machine(s) according to manufacturing specifications (braid ring height, install tube guide, change deck/puller gear, unload/load carriers, unload/load bobbins, etc.) and mark defects/new preforms with the correct tape color
• Measure and record OD and pitch on Hose Process Chart (SPC)
• Run braided hose through wash tank and stage in hose coiling area for inspection
• Maintain work area in clean and orderly fashion, follow 5s practices
• Know and practice all safety regulations and quality guidelines
• Report production issues to Direct Lead
• Perform work of an equal or lower classification

• Work safely in accordance with regulations, standards, and procedures, and in a manner that eliminates unreasonable risk to health and the environment. Notify management 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 management immediately.
• Prevent excess waste of product and/or components by operating the equipment in an efficient manner.
• 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 at a later time.

High School diploma or GED

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
• Strong trouble shooting skills
• Be able to exercise continuous mental, visual, and audio attention
• Ability to work well in a team environment

None at All

(0%)

Occasional

(1-33%)

Frequent

(34-66%)

Continuous

(67-100%)

Lift/Carry

X

Up to 10 lbs

X

11-20 lbs

X

21-30 lbs

X

Bending

X

Twist/Turn

X

Reach Below Knee

X

Push/Pull

X

Squat/Kneel

X

Stand/Walk

X

Sit

X

Lifting Above Shoulders

X

Employee must pass Pre-employment screening

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

• High noise levels from operating machines and equipment.
• Physical hazards from operating machines
• Work in areas where safety equipment will be required (steel toe shoes, eye protection, hearing protection)
• 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.

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined-contribution…