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Machine Operator C

Parker Hannifin
Albion, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 5/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/20/2026
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Position Summary

Position Summary:

Set up, operate, and maintain one or more complex machines to department efficiency averages. Must successfully complete progression of Machine Operator A.

Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

  • Read and interpret process prints, including math conversions and setting machines
  • Read and interpret quality information instructions
  • Produce and inspect finished parts using scales, calipers, micrometers, adjustable, direct reading, and fixed gages to check work
  • Read, interpret, and record data on required documentation for quality assurance
  • Keep fixtures and clamping devices clear of chips
  • Machine operation including loading and unloading of parts according to standard work instructions
  • Recognize defective tooling, machine malfunctions and dimensional deviations
  • Remove tooling during a changeover or troubleshooting
  • Accurately monitor paperwork from machine tenders working in the department
  • Proficient in the use of interpretation of precision instruments and gages and department tools
  • Ability to set and adjust tooling, diagnose machine malfunctions, and make corrective adjustments
  • Understand and follow standard work for required machine centers
  • Must maintain a 70% set up completion ratio consistently
  • Give direction and guidance to machine tenders working in the department
  • Other duties as assigned by Supervisor
  • 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
  • Work with groups in initiating and implementation of programs such as Lean Manufacturing and

5-S projects

Qualifications

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Good verbal and interpersonal communication skills
  • Basic knowledge and use of hand tools, lathes, and mills
  • Sound decision making skills, strong troubleshooting skills
  • Good math, reading, writing skills, mechanical aptitude
  • Mental and visual acuity for production of quality product
  • Ability to work individually and as a team
  • Basic computer skills
  • Ability to create documents and compile reports
  • Education and Experience:
  • Minimum High School diploma or equivalent
  • Preferred: Machine tool classes or trade school
  • Successful completion of Rotary progression as a trainee “C” and Set Up “B”
  • Ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment
  • Use of judgment to plan and perform or make decision as to set ups and operation within recognized procedures
  • Use of logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
  • Physical Requirements:
  • Must be able to occasionally lift, push or carry up to 45 pounds on an average shift
  • Must be able to stand for long periods of the day and sit intermittently
  • Must be able to reach, bend, twist, reach overhead, walk and carry parts
  • Extended periods of standing

Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule

Equal Employment Opportunity

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”)

If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

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