Engineer Your Success with Parker!

Position Summary

At Parker, we embrace innovative minds and hard-working individuals who want to be empowered to make an impact on the world around us. Our Electronic Motion & Controls (EMC) division is currently seeking a dedicated Assembly Technician to join our Irwin, PA team. In this role, you will primarily be responsible for the assembly of our products. Positions are available on 1st and 2nd Shifts.

Your Primary Responsibilities in Elevating our Operations & People Experiences: 

The following represents the essential and most significant duties of this position and is not meant to be exhaustive; other duties may apply:

• Assemble finished products using various part sizes with a strong attention to detail.
• Follow detailed work instructions and related documentation to maintain high-quality standards and meet production schedules.
• Label products and perform initial packaging to prepare items for shipping.
• Conduct visual inspections of assembled parts to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Utilize basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, as required.
• Ensure proper handling, use, and disposal of chemical, substances and materials in the waste stream, where applicable.
• Promote a safe work environment by following all safety procedures including policies, work practices.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., quality, safety improvement, HPT participation).
• Follow standard work, Day by Hour, TIB, and other operational metrics.

Parker Hannifin is an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action Employer and VEVVRA Federal Contractor.  Minorities, females, veterans, and/or individual(s) with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Requests for reasonable accommodation for qualified candidates will be considered and may be made to Human Resources.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Working knowledge of hand tools.
• Proficient in basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and basic division).
• Ability to effectively read, interpret, and follow instructions.
• Ability to work effectively as a part of a team.
• Flexibility and cooperation in performing other duties as assigned (will work in various cells).
• Ability to work overtime, as needed.
Required Education and Experience:
• High School diploma or equivalent.

Additional skills/experience are a plus!
• One (1) year of assembly experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Previous Lean Manufacturing experience.

Physical Requirements (ADA):
• Ability to travel to and from the primary work location.
• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods (up to 4 hours at a time).
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds, occasionally.

Empower Your Growth with Parker Benefits!

What can you expect in return for your hard work and dedication? A LOT! Our team members are afforded access to a robust benefits package designed with the health, and well-being of you, your immediate family members, and even your pets in mind! Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Health and Wellbeing
• Clean and air-conditioned production areas
• Day 1 eligibility! Affordable Medical, Dental (multiple plan options), Vision Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent Care)
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (for high-deductible plan participants)
• Company-provided Short-Term Disability or Salary Continuation Program
• Long Term Disability insurance
• Annual Wellness Incentive (reduce your premiums!)
• Gym/Weight Loss Program Membership Reimbursement
• Crisis assistance, counseling referral and care services through our Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental Medical, Critical Illness/Injury, Hospital Indemnity
• Supplemental Life Insurance (you, spouse, dependents)

Financial Security and Growth
• Paid weekly, every Friday
• $18/hour to start with merit-based increases based on performance
• Profit-sharing program (quarterly payouts)
• Retirement: 401(k), 5% company match
• Retirement Income Account (RIA), 3% annual company contribution
• Company-paid Basic Life and AD&D insurance (1x annual salary)
• Auto, Home, and Renters Insurance options
• Financial consultation resources

Work/Life Balance and Flexibility
• 4 ½ day workweek (enjoy Friday afternoons off!)
• 1st Shift – 6:00 am–3:00 pm (Monday – Thursday), 6:00 am–10:00 am (Friday)
• 2nd Shift – 3:00 pm–12:00 am (Monday – Thursday), 10:00 am–2:00 pm (Friday)
• 13 paid holidays
• 88 vacation/personal hours (pro-rated first year, increases with years of service)
• Paid Sick Leave – up to 40 hours
• Paid Parental Leave (up to 4 weeks)

Career Advancement/ Professional Development
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Corporate sponsored Leadership Development Program (LDP) opportunities

SO MUCH More!
• Pet Wellness Insurance| Legal Protection | Identify Theft Protection
• Free Care.com Membership (access to elderly care, childcare, pet walkers, errand runners, etc.)
• Discounts (Hotels, Flights, Car Rental, Appliances, Electronics, Cell Phone service, and more!)