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Laser Operator 3

Parker Hannifin Corporation
Kent, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/25/2025
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At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

At Exotic Metals Forming Division, our highly talented team blends a passion for manufacturing with relentless customer support, making us the partner of choice for complex aerospace solutions. Working at EMFD is about being part of a team, a culture, something that is bigger than each of us individually. We began as a small group of people passionately committed to a common goal. That is why we are so proud of everyone in our Exotic family who strives to be the best at what they do every day, working as a collaborative team in a culture of continuous improvement to stretch the bounds of creative thinking and provide quality products to our customers around the globe.

Laser Operator 3

Applies advanced laser operator processes for sheet metal aircraft components as specified by written instructions, schedules and drawings. Inspects completed work for conformance to specifications.

Functions and Responsibilities

  • Perform setups and operations using Fiber and/or YAG CNC lasers on production hardware.
  • Complete advanced tasks while applying standard practices.
  • Train others in multiple areas and on a variety of skills.
  • Rework, repair, or recut parts with minimal direction.
  • Develop new jobs independently.
  • With minimal direction, identify and solve machine alignment problems.
  • Implements process improvements.
  • Design shop aids and tools.
  • Create laser schedules as needed.
  • Use company computer systems and tools to assist in manufacturing planning and remedy roadblocks to production.
  • Provide input on tool design.
  • Continuously strives to find a better way to process parts.
  • Troubleshoot program errors.
  • Troubleshoot machine errors and issues.
  • Applies intermediate level understanding of G and M code.
  • Able to set up and run jobs with little to no resource support.
  • Able to complete work within the established timeframe on a minimum of three machine (or control system) types.
  • Can move to various work areas easily with experience.
  • May oversee others.
  • May perform shop support responsibilities, including but not limited to, deburring, manual pressure cleaning, part prep.
  • And any other duties assigned to help drive to our vision, fulfill our commitments, and carry out our organization's virtues.

Skills, Education and Required Experience

  • Must be able to use mathematics relevant to laser operator functions.
  • Requires familiarity with machine tools, precision instruments and good manual dexterity.
  • Fully proficient in interpreting manufacturing planning, sketches, blueprints, and specifications, including views, symbols, and revision control, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
  • Few limitations but knows what they are and stops and finds appropriate interpretation when necessary.

Physical Requirements

  • The laser operator performs physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and frequent movement of the whole body, such as climbing, repetitive lifting up to 40 pounds, balancing, and handling of material.

Working Conditions

  • Use of protective clothing, laser glasses, and other equipment to prevent burns and eye injuries.
  • Frequent use of hand tools and pressure washer.
  • Frequent crane use and overhead work.

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! We are proud to offer a competitive benefits designed with health, wealth and well-being in mind. Our competitive package includes:

  • 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 retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay
  • This position is eligible to participate in the Annual Cash Incentive Plan, which is a bonus based on division performance.
  • Career development and tuition reimbursement
  • Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
  • Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
  • Paid Time Off and 14 Company-Paid Holidays.
  • Our 2nd shift receives a shift differential of $2.00 per hour. Our weekend shifts receive $6.00 shift differential pay while working 36 hours per week.

Please note that the salary range information is only applicable for California, Massachusetts, New York, Washington. Compensation is based on a variety of factors, candidate experience, qualifications, location as well as market and business considerations.

Competitive Compensation

  • Pay Range: $26.25 - $33.50

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.

This position is subject to meeting export compliance eligibility requirements. Completion of a U.S. Export Compliance Notice is required. Prospective employees must identify their status as a U.S. or Foreign Person, as well as their country of citizenship and residence.

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. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/VEVRAA Federal Contractor If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to http://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf and http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_gina_supplement.pdf (06/20/2006) (C/O July 2015)


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. U.S. Citizenship/Permanent Resident is required for most positions.

 

Salary : $26 - $34

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