Winder Operator - 3rd Shift

Parker Hannifin•Mansfield, TX

About The Position

The Winder Operator sets up and operates bobbin winding machines according to manufacturing specifications and detailed instructions. The operator threads wire through the machines, adjusts footage counters, replenishes oil, records data for labeling, and places finished bobbins on the wire table according to inventory needs. The role helps keep bobbin machines running continuously, obtains materials from the warehouse, maintains an orderly work area, and follows 5S, safety, and quality practices. The operator reports production issues and unusual conditions to the appropriate team lead and may perform related duties as assigned. The position also includes working safely to protect health and the environment, reporting incidents and unsafe practices, minimizing product and component waste, and participating in peer-based teams and improvement programs such as Lean Manufacturing and 5-S. The employee works closely with Maintenance to resolve equipment issues and reports directly to the Value Stream Team Leader. The work may involve high noise levels, operating machinery and moving reels, and required use of safety equipment such as steel-toe shoes, eye protection, and hearing protection. Standing for extended periods and regular walking, pushing, pulling, reaching, bending, turning, twisting, squatting, and lifting are required. The job requires manual dexterity and may involve restrictive working conditions, flexible hours, and short-notice overtime. Applicants must pass pre-employment screening and drug testing.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Production work experience is preferred but not required.
Complete on-the-job training, typically 1 to 8 weeks, with training extendable to 10 weeks if needed.
Good verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
Basic knowledge and use of hand tools.
Sound decision-making skills.
Good math, reading, and writing skills.
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and strong troubleshooting skills.
Ability to maintain continuous mental, visual, and audio attention.
Ability to work well in a team environment.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to monitor machine sounds to identify and diagnose changes and take appropriate action.
Near visual acuity and accommodation for reading information needed to perform job tasks.
Constant alertness to surroundings and product quality, with attention to detail.
Pass pre-employment screening.
Ability to work flexible hours and short-notice overtime.

Nice To Haves

Production work experience.
Good verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
Basic knowledge and use of hand tools.
Sound decision-making skills.
Good math, reading, and writing skills.
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
Strong troubleshooting skills.
Ability to work well in a team environment.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate bobbin winders according to manufacturing specifications and detailed instructions.
String wire through bobbin winders, adjust counters to the required footage, and refill oil containers as needed.
Record required data on WW2 for labeling.
Place finished bobbins on the wire table and make bobbins according to inventory needs.
Keep bobbin machines operating continuously.
Pull material from the warehouse as needed.
Maintain a clean and orderly work area and follow 5S practices.
Follow safety regulations and quality guidelines.
Report production issues to the direct lead and report problem areas or unusual conditions to the Value Stream Team Lead.
Perform work on an equal or lower classification and other duties assigned by the Value Stream Team Lead.
Work safely in accordance with regulations, standards, and procedures, and notify management of unsafe conditions, unlawful activities, or unreasonable health or environmental risks.
Report safety and environmental incidents to management immediately.
Prevent excess product or component waste by operating equipment efficiently.
Participate in peer-based teams and help initiate and implement programs such as Lean Manufacturing and 5-S.
Work with Maintenance to resolve equipment issues.