Silicone Extrusion Operator - 3rd Shift Job Mansfield area,Texas USA,Manufacturing / Production

Position Summary

Operate silicone extruders and monitor for proper product quality.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Review schedule for production requirements and plan job duties accordingly.

Mill silicone per specification and prep hose for extrusion.

Set up extruder for vertical, horizontal extruded wrap and horizontal manual wrap according to manufacturing specifications.

Cut and send test samples to lab for product quality control.

Measure actual OD of base hose, review maximum/minimum OD for silicone covered hose and review wall thickness requirement.

Record all necessary data for traceability and conformance to specifications.

Provide hose coiling with reeled products for inspection.

Maintain work area clean and orderly, 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.

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC / NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

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 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.

QUALIFICATIONS Education

High School diploma or GED.

Experience

One (1) year experience in manufacturing facility preferred.

Preferred Skills / Qualifications

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 troubleshooting skills.
Be able to exercise continuous mental, visual, and audio attention.
Ability to work well in a team environment.

Technical Competencies

Basic computer skills.
Ability to monitor machine sounds to identify and diagnose changes and take appropriate action.
Near‑acuity vision for reading information needed to perform tasks.
Requires constant alertness to surroundings and product quality with attention to detail.

Physical Requirements

Lift/C: 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).
None at All (0%) (no heavy physical burden).

Assessment

Employee must pass pre‑employment screening.

Organizational Relationships / Scope

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

Working Conditions

High noise levels from operating machines and equipment.

Physical hazards from operating machines and moving reels.

Work in areas where safety equipment will be required (steel toe shoes, eye protection, hearing protection).

Standing is required for extended periods. Walking, pushing, pulling, reaching, bending, turning, twisting, squatting, and lifting performed regularly.

Requires high degree of manual dexterity under restrictive conditions.

Requires flexible hours and short notice for overtime.

Benefits & Retirement Plans

Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance.
401(k) plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
Company‑provided defined‑contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
Career development and tuition reimbursement.
Paid parental leave, short‑ and long‑term disability programs, adoption assistance, membership, and financial planning assistance at no cost.
Identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness programs at competitive rates.
Paid Time Off and company‑paid holidays.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. 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. U.S. citizenship, permanent residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

Drug

Tests

All applicants seeking employment will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment in accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws.

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