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PARKER HANNIFIN CORPORATION
Fluid Control Division
Position Title: Material Handler
Job Code: New Britain: 950525, Madison: 950303
Reports To: Material Planning Manager
Grade: NB Hourly 5, MAD Houlry 3
Position Summary:
Performs a variety of operations to supply work cell of a business unit with the necessary products. Achieves goals to deliver on time, high-quality products to customers.
Key Accountabilities:
- Reads work order or follows oral instructions to ascertain materials or containers to be moved.
- Opens containers, loads and unloads materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves by hand.
- Loads materials into vehicles.
- Conveys materials from storage or work sites to designated area.
- Operates industrial truck or electric hoist to assist in loading or moving materials and products.
- Monitor cells for work flow, ensuring product is flowing through cells.
- Apply standard operating procedures to complete work assignments thoroughly and accurately; identify and correct errors and pay attention to details.
- Work with the cell team to meet or exceed production standards; complete work in a timely manner; plan and prioritize work.
- Follow safety and 5S guidelines; maintain a clean and organized work area and used good safety judgment.
- Understand ISO procedures and know where appropriate documentation is kept.
- Share input in team improvement board and High Performance Team meetings.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Education, Credentials and Previous Experience:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- 6-12 months experience in manufacturing environment, Parker FCD preferred
Technical Depth and Breadth:
- Basic computer skills.
- Good hand/eye coordination and manual dexterity.
- Able to follow written/verbal instructions and directions in English.
- Learns and maintains required skill and proficiency to successfully accomplish full job responsibilities; willingly takes on new assignments and cross trains in other areas
Problem Soliving and Analytical Skills:
- In coordination with team members, initiate contact with other support groups to resolve problems.
- Actively participate in improvement activities, Lean and Kaizen projects, HPT and TIB meetings.
- Learn structured problem solving skills.
- Provide suggestions for improvement. Consistently open to change and new ideas.
Teamwork and Interpersonal Skills:
- Dependable, prompt and reliable with good overall attendance; present at work station when required.
- Demonstrate ability to get along with others; behave professionally; treat all coworkers with respect and dignity consistent with Parker Values and Code of Conduct.
- Actively participate; gain cooperation and trust; and deal with conflicts effectively.
Communication/Contact with Others:
- Able to read, understand and follow written & verbal instructions and directions in English.
- Keep others informed, provide accurate and timely feedback, communicate clearly, listen and be receptive to feedback.
- Able to interface effectively with other areas outside of Department.
Physical and Mental Demands:
With or without reasonable accommodation:
- Required to walk, stand, sit, bend & reach.
- May walk, stand, sit, or alternate between walking, standing, and sitting for extended periods of time.
- Required to see and read labels and part information for extended periods of time.
- Frequent lifting or moving of light to moderate (25lbs or <) materials and boxes.
- Occasional team lifting or moving of heavy (> 25 lbs) materials and boxes.
- Use of Personal Protective Equipment as required, may include safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection, and/or any other equipment deemed necessary.
- Able to maintain a flexible work schedule and adjust to workload demands.
EEO Statement
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. U.S. Citizenship/Permanent Resident is required for most positions. (“Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)
Additional Comments:
The essential functions have been provided as examples of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The Company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.
Approved: Date:
(Division Human Resources Manager)
Last Revision Date: 3/11/2024
Last Reviewed Date: 3/11/2024
