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Press Operator - 2nd Shift (1:00pm - 9:00pm)

Parker Hannifin · Woodridge, ILtoday
$34k – $38k

Run rubber compression presses, load rubber prep and inserts into molds, and audit molded parts for quality.

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Why it is interesting. Entry point into Parker's O-ring & Engineered Seals division with tuition reimbursement and a defined-contribution retirement plan.

Might not be for you. Fully hands-on production: standing 100% of shift, lifting 10-40 lb rubber tubs and mold plates ~200 times a day, 2nd shift hours.

Mostly at the benchHands-on execution First industry roleBS acceptable Realistic requirements

Adjacent materials roleUse the specified gram weight of rubber for each cycle; load rubber prep and inserts into the molds; lifting tubs of rubber

H-1B filings

Parker Hannifin filed 8 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.

Most common titles: Manufacturing Engineer II, Applications Engineer, Senior Design Engineer. Median filed pay: $109K a year.

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Seniority
Entry level
Work
On-site
Type
Full-time
Industry
General manufacturing
Role
Manufacturing / Production
Benefits
tuition reimbursementannual incentive programadoption assistance

Role details

Press Operator - 2nd Shift (1:00pm - 9:00pm)

Group: Eng Materials Group N. America Division: O-ring & Engineered Seals (OES) Location : USA WOODRIDGE IL - ACADIA Job Family : Manufacturing Job Type : Regular Posted : Jul 13, 2026 Job ID : 66960

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Job Description

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Press Operators are members of the molding team and responsible for running machines to the standards and requirements set for each job. • Correct and report all discrepancies or changes in work instructions to the QC Manager or Supervisor. • Inspect your area and equipment for any safety hazards, correct and report to Supervisor. • Wear all required PPE. • Check work area before startup to ensure the proper materials are on hand. • Use the specified gram weight of rubber for each cycle. • Correctly load rubber prep and inserts into the molds. • Complete production tags, travel tickets and day-by –the-hour sheets as required. • Strive for efficiency and productivity. • Audit parts while running, adjust process if necessary to improve quality.

Seek help if not able to correct problem.

Strive for zero defects. • If a mold is damaged, must be reported immediately to the Supervisor. • Where appropriate, run multiple presses as assigned. • Run sample press as assigned. • Interact with the Tugger Operator as required. • Maintain/follow 5S standards/system. • Other responsibilities as assigned. • Run presses and molds efficiently and productively, become a valuable contributing member of the team. • Actively participate in team meetings to solve problems. • Be flexible enough to move to different jobs throughout the day. • Take on a team responsibility, Relief person, Auditor, Troubleshooter, Job setup, Scheduler, Trainer. • Work with the team to schedule vacations and holidays as needed .

Physical Requirements • This position spends approximately 100% of their time standing and/or walking. • Must be able to lift mold plates from 10 to 30 pounds approximately 200 times a day and lift similar pressures of 10 to 30 pounds while opening molds. • This position requires lifting tubs of rubber (up to 40 pounds) continuously throughout the shift. • Must have good hand-eye coordination.

Education and Experience Preferred • Previous Machine Operator experience preferred. • Solid work history required. • Good communication skills and the ability to read, understand and execute work instructions.

Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century, we’ve enabled engineering breakthroughs that make energy cleaner, transportation safer, medical treatments more effective, and manufacturing more efficient.

With empowered team members in more than 40 countries, Parker serves customers across aerospace & defense, energy, HVAC & refrigeration, in-plant & industrial equipment, off-highway and transportation.

Our scale is global, but our purpose is personal. We enable breakthroughs that improve lives, strengthen communities and create a brighter future.

Our Purpose — Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow — comes to life through our people-first culture where teamwork drives performance, inclusion fuels innovation and growth is encouraged. This environment fosters collaboration and empowers team members from engineering and manufacturing to finance, supply chain, human resources, information technology and beyond.

By combining deep expertise with an entrepreneurial spirit, we help customers succeed in markets that demand performance, reliability, and sustainability.

As we look to the future, Parker is advancing initiatives in energy efficiency and sustainability while developing the next generation of talent and leaders to engineer a better tomorrow.

Competitive Compensation

+ Pay Range: $16.56/hr to $18.28/hr

+ Participation in Annual Incentive Program

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 Company-Paid Holidays.

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 Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (https://www.eeoc.gov/employees-job-applicants)

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.

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What is the salary for the Press Operator - 2nd Shift (1:00pm - 9:00pm) role at Parker Hannifin?

The listed annual base salary range is $34K–$38K. This figure is taken from the posting itself.

Where is the Press Operator - 2nd Shift (1:00pm - 9:00pm) role at Parker Hannifin based?

This role is based in Woodridge, IL.

What degree is required for the Press Operator - 2nd Shift (1:00pm - 9:00pm) role at Parker Hannifin?

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What polymers or materials does this Press Operator - 2nd Shift (1:00pm - 9:00pm) role work with?

rubber.