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Parker Hannifin

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.
Position Summary: 

Assembles and tests production units associated with Traditional Pumps. Additionally, troubleshoot, teardown, and repair units due to failure or customer return. Assures compliance with OEM assembly instructions, blueprints, test procedures and/or process requirements with minimal supervision. The OEM Pump Mechanic must also request changes through Supervision, Quality Assurance, and Sustaining Engineering. 

Working Procedures 

• Must be able to perform the work with minimal supervision. 

• Must be able to work with Supervisors, Quality Engineering, Sustaining Engineering, and Customers in order to correct issues that may arise during production or upon product return from the field. 

• Set up and prepares work areas. 

• Must work from complex blueprints and assembly processes. Uses personal computers to obtain and complete proper documentation including, but not limited to, Lotus Notes based programs. 

• Performs de-trash, floor stock maintenance, cycle count of floor stock and initiates associated paperwork for requisition of over/under issue of parts. 

• Performs all sub-assembly operations. These operations include but are not limited to: Cleaning; machining (lathe, lap, drill); utilization of shop equipment (hydraulic and manual presses, silver plate, hone & stick lap, helicoil insert and electrical solder). 

• Performs all of the final assembly tasks. 

• Performs all test-associated tasks: set-up of test stand, set-up of product, and performing the hydraulic and electrical testing (hydraulic, electric, and hydroelectric products). 

• Performs button-up functions per processes and blueprints. 

• Maintains good working order tools, jigs, inspection devices and other supplies and performs simple equipment repairs as necessary; including test stand preventative maintenance. 

• Production output shall meet or exceed established standards and shall conform to prescribed quality. 

• Trains fellow employees as required. 

• Shall be capable and shall be willing to be certified and qualified in multiple product families, within 45 days of reaching the top of the wage progression. 

• Participates in "continuous improvement" and HPT activities/efforts with the classification/department. 

The above statements reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! We are proud to offer competitive benefits designed with health, wealth, and well-being in mind. Our competitive package includes:

Benefit & Retirement Plans:

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:
    Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost. 
    401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay
    Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay
    Career development and tuition reimbursement
    Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
    Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
    Paid Time Off and on average, 15 Company-Paid Holidays.
 

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total compensation package. 

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! We are proud to offer competitive benefits designed with health, wealth, and well-being in mind. Our competitive package includes:

Health and Wellbeing:

• Our benefits start on day 1 of employment! We offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one, including Health Savings and Reimbursement Accounts.
• Wellness incentive credits leading to reduced healthcare premiums.
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for health and well-being support.
• Access to multiple dental plan options and vision coverage.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for both Childcare and Healthcare expenses as well as optional Supplemental Medical Benefits. 
• Reduced healthcare premiums offered with a wellness incentive credit. 
• Company provided Life Insurance
• Accidental Life & Dismemberment Insurance, Short Term and Long-Term Disability insurance. Additional supplemental benefits include legal protection plan, pet insurance coverage options, and identity-theft protection. 

Financial Security and Growth:

• Competitive salary with an annual bonus incentive plan.
• 401k Employer match up to 5% and an annual Retirement Income Account (RIA) contribution of 3%. Overall, 8% company match. 

Time Away & Work-life Balance:

• Generous Paid Time Off: 80 hours.
• Up to 15 paid holidays per calendar year.
• Parental Leave: 4 weeks at 100% pay for new family additions.
• Extras like Adoption Assistance, financial guidance resources, paid jury duty, bereavement time, and time off for citizenship testing, marriage, and birth.

Career Advancement and Education:

• Career development opportunities with up to 10,000 tuition reimbursement per year.
• Support for ongoing education through our Educational Reimbursement program.

Parker Purpose Opportunities (Social Responsibility):

• Business Resource Groups promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Engagement activities celebrated throughout the year. Examples include Internal Career Day, FYE Celebration, anniversary recognition events, employee appreciation week, veteran appreciation, and more! 
• The Parker Foundation provides access to donation matching, disaster relief, charitable organization funding, and paid volunteer hours. 
   

Additional Benefits:

• Employee discounts on various services (car purchases, computer purchases, life adventures, etc.).
• Employee Referral program - Refer a family member or friend and receive a generous award for referrals that are hired (up to 4,000).
• Dress for Your Day policy, offering flexible work attire options.
• A free, on-site, 24-hour Fitness Center available to all active Team Members.

• Grab a bite to eat at the on-site cafeteria that provides a wide array of breakfast, lunch, and snacks. We also have vending machines available during scheduled breaks and lunch periods.

Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

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")

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