Braider & Winder Operator

Parker Hannifin•Manitowoc, WI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

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 Fluid Connectors 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.

Requirements

HS diploma or GED
Machine operation experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
Mathematical aptitude and proficiency
Keyboarding skills, with some knowledge of MS Office software
Ability to operate forklift and manual and electric jack; Company will train
Measurement skills, including use of precision measuring tools and equipment
Attention to detail, and ability to troubleshoot for process and product improvement
Effective English verbal communication and listening skills
Problem solving skills and ability to work under pressure
Successful prioritizing and management of work projects

Responsibilities

Operation and set-up of yarn braiding machines consists of transferring yarn from shipping spools to bobbins suitable for use in braiding machines.
Operator must maintain the condition of the bobbins prior to winding.
Operation and set-up of yarn braiding machines consists of the physical transfer of full bobbins to braider decks, removal of empty bobbins from braider deck and splicing operation required during transfer .
Monitor bobbin footage, yarn condition and tensions.
Change over of tooling and gears as necessary to ensure proper dimension.
Visual attention must be given to the payoffs, adhesive application, braid pattern, inking and take-ups while braiding.
Perform all required quality checks and record all pertinent information to ensure quality standards are met.
Package product according to instructions to include the making of cartons and spools as required.
Accountable for process, evaluation, measurement, documentation, and improvement on a continual basis in order to meet plant business objectives.
Participate in area and process team activities and projects.
All irregularities will be reported to the Shift Supervisor or Leader.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Shift Supervisor or Leader.