Extruder Operator - 2nd Shift Group: Fluid Connector Grp N. America Division: Parflex (PFD) Location : USA FORT WORTH TX - PARFLEX TE Job Family : Manufacturing Job Type : Regular Posted : Feb 17, 2026 Job ID : 63150 Back to Search Results Job Description Apply Now > Save JobJob Saved Parker Hannifinis a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century, the company has been enabling engineering breakthroughs that lead to a better tomorrow. Parflex Division Parflex Division is a part of Parker Hannifin, a global leader in motion and control technologies for over 100 years. When you join Parker Hannifin’s Parflex Division, you are not just working on hoses and tubing, you are helping power the systems behind some of the most important vehicles, machines, and technologies in the world. At our Fort Worth, Texas facility, we focus on innovation, safety, and purpose-driven work. We offer stability, great benefits, and the satisfaction of building parts that truly make a difference. Primary Responsibilities/Essential Job Functions: + Shared responsibility for finished goods meeting or exceeding customer expectations + Understand the extrusion and inspection process (training required) + Setup and operation of Extruders + Load raw material into machines and input machine settings per instructions + Setup SPC Program and monitor tube parameters + Follow directions from drawings, standard work and work instructions. Review drawings for special notes on packaging and special length requirements of tubing + Prepare for upcoming jobs + Identify material by barcode system for each job + Proper use of measuring devices (measurement training required) + Make labels for tubing and properly complete production reports (per work instructions) + Adhere to quality standards and guidelines. Maintain accurate records + Maintain work area in clean and orderly fashion, follow 5S practices + Report production issues to Value Stream Team Leader + Ability to independently troubleshoot + Perform work of an equal or lower classification Minimum Qualifications (relevant experience, education and/or training): + High School Diploma or GED, recognizes International Diplomas (may need to be translated to English) + U.S. Citizen or permanent residency status required + Basic computer skills preferred + Must be able to read work orders and interpret manufacturing specifications, understand and use shop math, use and interpret measuring instruments (calipers, stopwatch, gauges, calculator, etc.) + Must be able to demonstrate ability to operate department equipment + Must be able to adapt to production needs to satisfy customer demands + Must be able to work and communicate with peers + Must be able to write legibly, read and speak English + Basic understanding of lean fundamentals preferred Physical & PPE Requirements: Standing, pushing, pulling, bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, grasping, lifting and carrying (up to 50 lbs.), walking, working under normal conditions. Exposure to hot machinery (sintering ovens), fluoropolymer resin and isopar fumes. Steel-toed shoes, safety glasses and ear plugs (85-90 dB) are all required when working in the manufacturing plant. 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. 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. 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)