Automatics Set-Up Operator

Position Summary

Our Quick Coupling Division in Grantsburg, WI is looking for an Automatics Set-Up Operator team member to help keep the world moving. You will use your hands and machines to build Parker couplings in a safe and sustainable manner. You will produce precision parts using automated equipment and accurate measurements. A great machinist needs an eye for detail.

What is a Quick Coupling?

Parker's Quick Coupling Division is the largest manufacturer of quick couplings in the world. A quick coupling is used to provide fast, make-or-break connection of fluid or gas transfer lines. Our Grantsburg, WI plant provides critical equipment for many different industries including Agriculture, Construction, and Fire & Rescue teams.

Aspects of Your Work

• Primary duties include, but are not limited to:
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude.
• Use safety best practices including wearing appropriate PPE, practicing Behavior Based Safety, and performing LOTO.
• Set-up, operate and adjust multi-spindle automatics, ISAMs, NoCAMS, and/or Hydromats.
• Plan operational sequences; selects spindle speeds, collets, tooling, tool arrangement and clearances, feed rates, cams and settings for new and unusual work and for standardized work and variations when not prescribed.
• May suggest improvements for standard or special tooling to suit materials or unusual cutting conditions.
• Install collets, set and secure tooling holders, set tooling stops, cams and indexing mechanisms, operating travel and tool feed rates; set bar stock feed mechanism and stops to perform operations such as face, form, turn, drill, ream, bore, tap, thread and cut off stock up to the capacity of the machines; set tooling offsets, adjust computer readings.
• Operate machines to produce pilot pieces for first piece verification to check set-ups; make adjustments to correct variances.
• Check parts produced for dimensional and finish conformance to specifications. Must be able to correct deviation and notify lead of any significant deviation. Remove and reset tooling or otherwise adjust machine as required. Assure all parts are produced with minimum burrs, if any. Manually clean and deburr parts. Handle specialty parts with care.
• Remove machined parts, bar ends and turnings from machines. Separate recyclable turnings.
• Maintain statistical process control charting.
• Perform work required from drawings, engineering specifications, layouts and other operating instructions. Recommend improvements.
• Use all standard, variable and attribute gauging to check work.
• Responsible for keeping all tooling used in the area inventoried and organized in the mini-cribs.
• Use ERR’s to notify engineering and management of items to be reviewed.
• Maintain proper oil and coolant levels and perform equipment required Total Preventative Maintenance (TPM).
• Participate in the High Performance Team (HPT) and Continuous Improvement processes.
• Participate on Corrective and Preventative Action (CAPA) teams as required.
• Operate CNC lathes including multiple spindle CNC lathes if assigned by Lead or Supervisor.
• Responsible for quality parts throughout production run.
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of one year of machining experience preferred.
• Requires the use of complicated drawings, shop mathematics, handbook formulas, variety of precision measuring instruments.
• Must be able to do tool grinding, sharpening and make proper tool selection including insert grades and coatings.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to handle a fast-paced work environment.
• Competent in the use of computers.
• Parker will provide training for qualified applicant.
• Must have taken and passed Parker QCD Basic Shop Course.
  
  

Why You'll Love This Job

Great Pay - Along with a pay increase every 6 months, you will be eligible for our profit-sharing bonus every 3 months.

Amazing Benefits - From day one you'll be able to enroll in all Parker benefits. We have multiple options for Health, Dental, and Vision, to choose from. We also offer Disability Insurance, Parental Leave, and Life Insurance at no cost to you. Additionally, you'll have 3 weeks of paid time away from work in your first year.

Engaging Workforce - A Parker employee makes a positive impact on the world, and in turn, we strive to make a positive impact on the lives of our employees. We do this by establishing engaging, supportive, and comfortable work environments.

Career Growth - Parker Hannifin is a global company with many different opportunities to pursue. Parker provides tuition reimbursement to help you get there.

Retirement Planning - Parker will help you prepare for your life after work. We offer 401(k) saving accounts with a 100% contribution match in addition to a pension plan.

A Historic Culture - Parker has been around for over 100 years with core values based on Trust, Compassion, Wisdom, and Courage. We aim to embody these values in everything we do at Parker.

Schedule: 1st Shift Hours are 6:00a - 2:30p Monday - Friday; 2nd Shift Hours are 2:30p - 1:00a Monday - Thursday; Weekend Shift Hours are 2:00p - 2:30a Friday, Saturday, and Sunday

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") if you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to http://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf and http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_gina_supplement.pdf