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Barwell Operator - 3rd Shift (9:30 PM - 5:30 AM)

Parker Hannifin · Woodridge, ILtoday
$40k – $44k

Mill, extrude and prep rubber compounds and cut preforms for O-ring and seal molding on 3rd shift.

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Why it is interesting. Hands-on rubber prep for a Fortune 250 seals division, with Barwell and cold feed extrusion equipment.

Might not be for you. 3rd shift (9:30 PM-5:30 AM), 60% standing and 30% bending; entry-level production work, not R&D.

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

Adjacent materials roleMill various types of rubber components; Operate cold feed extruder and small mill; Barwell set up and preform cutting for sleeve molding

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
Experience
1+ yrs
Industry
General manufacturing
Role
Manufacturing / Production
Schedule
Night shift
Benefits
tuition reimbursement100% 401k match on first 5%3% defined-contribution retirement plan

Role details

Barwell Operator - 3rd Shift (9:30 PM - 5:30 AM)

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 20, 2026 Job ID : 67220

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The Mill/Barwell operator is responsible for processing parts and materials to the standards and requirements of each job. Work in milling/Barwell material processing operations such as Milling Sleeve molding Prep, Barwell set up and preform cutting for sleeve molding as required. Operate cold feed extruder and small mill as required. Be a contributing member of an efficient team.

Rubber Prep Operation:

+ Maintain a clean, safe and organized work environment.

+ Must be fully trained in Mill rescue

+ Mill various types of rubber components for the molding department.

+ Report any processing problems to Quality Manager or Supervisor immediately

+ Complete Barwell Set ups as per work instructions.

+ Extrude prep and complete weight verifications as per specification in work instructions.

+ Use forklift to access materials from warehouse.

+ Maintain compound number identify through all phases of the manufacturing process.

+ Supply prepped rubber to the molding department. Maintain zero down time to no materials.

+ Report all scrap material to QC.

+ Correct or report all discrepancies or changes in work instructions to the QC Manager or supervisor.

+ Monitor tooling conditions and report wear/damage to Maintenance Department as required.

+ Correct or report any safety hazards to supervisor.

+ Must be able to use computer to access work instructions.

+ Other responsibilities as assigned.

Team Member Responsibilities:

+ Work effectively with all team members to provide a continuous flow of product throughout the production system.

+ Perform all assigned tasks to the best of your ability to become a valuable contributing member of the team.

+ Work with the team to schedule your vacation, only one person can be on vacation at the same time.

Physical Requirements:

+ The person in this position usually spends approximately 60% of their time standing, 10% walking and 30% bending or crouching/stretching.

Education and Experience:

+ 1 year of manufacturing experience required.

+ Solid work history required.

+ Good written and verbal communication skills required.

+ Ability to read and understand work instructions required.

+ Previous material handling experience preferred.

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: $19.04/hr to $21.02/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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Common questions

What is the salary for the Barwell Operator - 3rd Shift (9:30 PM - 5:30 AM) role at Parker Hannifin?

The listed annual base salary range is $40K–$44K. This figure is taken from the posting itself.

Where is the Barwell Operator - 3rd Shift (9:30 PM - 5:30 AM) role at Parker Hannifin based?

This role is based in Woodridge, IL.

What degree is required for the Barwell Operator - 3rd Shift (9:30 PM - 5:30 AM) role at Parker Hannifin?

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How many years of experience does this Barwell Operator - 3rd Shift (9:30 PM - 5:30 AM) role require?

The posting calls for at least 1 years of relevant experience.

What polymers or materials does this Barwell Operator - 3rd Shift (9:30 PM - 5:30 AM) role work with?

Rubber compounds.