Position Summary
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Braider Machine Operator to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you will be responsible for all setup, operations, and quality of the braider line operations. Your primary duties will include setting up and operating specialized machinery that processes hydraulic hoses. You will feed hydraulic hole into a machine that coats the exterior with a specialized adhesive and automatically weaves an abrasion resistant yarn over the hose.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot equipment issues as they arise. Attention to detail is crucial, as you will monitor the braiding process to ensure that all products meet quality standards and specifications. The role requires a self-motivated individual who is attentive and able to work effectively as part of a team. Given the complexity of the equipment and processes involved, a keen focus on minimizing setup time and reducing scrap is essential to maintain efficiency and product quality.
Join us in this vital role where your expertise will contribute to the production of high-performance hoses that meet the demanding needs of our customers.
Responsibilities
Operate either the NEB, OMA and/or TMW 24/36 braiders and monitor for proper product quality. - Pull tooling and materials according to manufacturing specifications for applicable machine(s), such as springs, braid rings, tube guides, wound bobbin, core tube, etc.
- Inspect tooling before using and track material used in WW3 system and Braider Logs
- Set up applicable machine(s) according to manufacturing specifications (braid ring height, install tube guide, change deck/puller gear, unload/load carriers, unload/load bobbins, etc.) and span defectsew preforms with the correct tape color
- Measure and record OD and pitch on Hose Process Chart (SPC)
- Run braided hose through wash tank and stage in hose coiling area for inspection
- Maintain work area in clean and orderly fashion, follow 5s practices
- Know and practice all safety regulations and quality guidelines
- Report production issues to Direct Lead
- Perform work of an equal or lower classification
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Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED, recognizes International Diplomas (may need to be translated to English)
- U.S. citizen or permanent residency status required
- Must be able to work and communicate with peers
- Must be able to write legibly, read and speak English
- Must be able to adapt to production needs to satisfy customer demands
- Must be able to read work orders and interpret manufacturing specifications, understand and use shop math, use and interpret measuring instruments (i.e. calipers, micrometers, pi tape, etc.)
- Must be able to demonstrate ability to operate department equipment (i.e. NEB braiders, TMW and OMA braiders, etc)
- Good attention to detail
- Basic understanding of lean fundamentals preferred
Physical & PPE Requirements:
Standing, sitting, bending, pushing, pulling, handling, rotating, lifting (up to 50 lbs.), walking, work under normal conditions. Steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, and ear plugs (85-90 dB) are all required PPE when working in the mfg plant. All PPE provided by Company.
Parker Hannifin
Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century the company has been enabling engineering breakthroughs that lead to a better tomorrow. Learn more at www.parker.com or parkerhannifin.
