Manufacturing Maintenance - 1st Shift

Parker Hannifin

Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century the company has been enabling engineering breakthroughs that lead to a better tomorrow. Learn more at www.parker.com or @parkerhannifin.

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.

Job Summary: Maintenance Technician - Keep the Machines That Build the Future Running Strong

At Parflex, our Maintenance Technicians are the heartbeat of the operation - keeping our production lines running safely and smoothly so we can continue building critical hose and tubing for aircraft, military vehicles, renewable energy systems, and more.

You'll troubleshoot, repair, and maintain state-of-the-art extrusion, braiding, and assembly equipment, making sure our products meet the exacting standards of industries like aerospace, transportation, and energy.

From keeping up uptime on machines that produce thermoplastic hose used in the Black Hawk helicopter, to maintaining systems that assemble tubing for solar power installations, your skills ensure our team delivers top-tier quality and performance every time.

Why Work for Parker?

Competitive wages: Our entry level Maintenance Operator starts at $19.46 an hour, with advancement opportunities to move into a Maintenance Technician. In addition to wages, our team members 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 6:00am-2:00pm, 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!

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

• Assists with or performs routine preventative maintenance according to established schedules.
• Performs or assists with simple machine, tooling and equipment repairs as assigned.
• Learns and continues to increase proficiency with repair and proper working order of all machines, tools, and equipment. This also includes becoming familiar with optimal machine or equipment operation.
• Develops proficiency in reading machine drawings, blue prints, schematics, etc. and stays current with updates.
• Assists Senior Maintenance Technician(s) with more complex machine and equipment repairs and rebuilds.
• Develops working knowledge of interface between mechanical and electrical controls
• Becomes familiar with operation of HVAC, fire protection, plumbing, compressed air, and gas systems throughout the plant.
• Performs logging and documentation of work activities as needed.
• Participates in area and process team projects and activities.
• Performs or assists with other duties as assigned.

Education, Training and Experience

• HS diploma or GED required;
• Experience in machine maintenance preferred;
• Completed technical school coursework preferred

Knowledge and Skills

• Mechanical aptitude
• Ability to operate line machinery, hand equipment and tools, hand jacks and forklifts
• Proficiency in basic math skills
• Measurement skills, including use of precision measuring tools
• Attention to detail, and ability to troubleshoot for process improvement
• Effective English communication and listening skills
• Problem solving skills and ability to work under pressure
• Successful prioritizing and management of work projects

Physical Demands

• Extended periods of standing and walking throughout the plant
• Frequent use of hands to grasp, hold or otherwise manipulate machinery and parts
• Stretching, reaching above shoulders, stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending
• Visual acuity
• Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Frequently lifting/moving of objects up to 30 lbs.; occasional lifting/moving of objects up to 50 lbs.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing plant: Exposure to moving parts on line, as well as moving equipment throughout the plant

The essential functions have been provided as examples of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The Company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.The essential functions have been provided as examples of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The Company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.The essential functions have been provided as examples of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The Company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. 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. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor")

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Drug-Free Workplace
In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.