Hose Coiling/Pressure Tst Oper - 2nd Shift

Parker Hannifin•Mansfield, TX

11d

About The Position

The Hose Coiling/Pressure Test Operator reviews, coils, cuts, inspects, labels, and pressure-tests hose according to manufacturing specifications. The role records inspection findings and test results, handles nonconforming product and scrap appropriately, and places tested hose in the quality inspection area. The operator maintains a clean and orderly work area, follows safety and quality requirements, reports production issues, and may perform work of an equal or lower classification. Production experience is preferred but not required; on-the-job training lasts 1 to 8 weeks and may extend to 10 weeks if needed. The position reports directly to the Value Stream Team Leader and works closely with Maintenance to resolve equipment issues. Work takes place around operating machines and moving reels, potentially in high-noise areas. Required protective equipment includes steel-toe shoes, eye protection, and hearing protection. Standing is required for extended periods, and the work involves regular movement and lifting, manual dexterity, and flexible hours with possible short-notice overtime. Employees must pass pre-employment screening.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Production work experience is preferred but not required.
Complete on-the-job training, normally 1 to 8 weeks and potentially up to 10 weeks if needed.
Good verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
Sound decision-making skills.
Good math, reading, and writing skills.
Ability to maintain continuous mental, visual, and audio attention.
Ability to work well in a team environment and promote a positive attitude.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to monitor machine sounds, identify changes, and take appropriate action.
Near visual acuity and accommodation to read information needed for job tasks.
Constant alertness to surroundings and product quality, with attention to detail.
Ability to pass pre-employment screening.
Ability to work flexible hours and short-notice overtime.
Ability to perform regular standing, walking, pushing, pulling, reaching, bending, turning, twisting, squatting, and lifting, and to perform work requiring a high degree of manual dexterity.

Nice To Haves

Production work experience.

Responsibilities

Review hose conformance while coiling it on a reel and cut hose as needed.
Verify part numbers, hose sizes, and job numbers against manufacturing specifications.
Review dimensions, tag colors, and take-up reel diameter.
Inspect hose for flaws, including bony hose, broken or missing wires, and kinks.
Tape and cut out nonconforming hose sections and place scrap in designated containers.
Record flaws and scrap on Hose Coiling Inspection Sheets and update WW3.
Measure outside diameter, inside diameter, and pitch.
Prepare and complete hose labeling.
Cut burst and periodic samples as required.
Clean plug gages as needed.
Operate pressure-test equipment.
Set test mode, jaws, mandrels, prefill, cycle time, and dump pressure according to manufacturing specifications.
Record impact PSI on the back of the tag.
Cut off hose ends and wrap them with tape.
Place tested hose in the quality inspection area.
Maintain a clean and orderly work area and follow 5S practices.
Follow safety regulations and quality guidelines; notify management about unsafe conditions, unlawful activities, or unreasonable health or environmental risks, and promptly report safety or environmental incidents.
Operate equipment efficiently to prevent excess product or component waste.
Participate in peer-based teams and help initiate and implement programs such as Lean Manufacturing and 5S.
Report production issues to the Direct Lead.
Work closely with Maintenance to resolve equipment issues.
Perform other duties as assigned, including work of an equal or lower classification.