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Position Summary
Parker Lord, located in Erie Pennsylvania, is part of a global Fortune 250 company. We pride ourselves on both our people and our climate-controlled facility. We thrive on high performance teams that are empowered to make decisions on both a big and small scale. We strive to make a positive impact on the lives of our team members by establishing an inclusive, caring, and friendly work environment. We encourage the continued education and skill development of our teams and offer advancement opportunities within one of the largest global divisions of Parker Hannifin. If you're looking for a fast-paced, collaborative environment where you can be at the cutting edge of engineering solutions while also being part of one of Parker Hannifin's most profitable manufacturing sites, look no further. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the operational execution of all production objectives within the Erie Facility Silicone Value Stream through focus on team members safety, product quality, customer delivery, and product cost. The successful candidate will maintain an environment of empowerment, collaboration, communication, talent development, and operational consistency. This role requires excellent communication skills, ability to coordinate initiatives within the team and supporting functions and ability to adapt to various production challenges. This is an ITAR-restricted position that complies with the drug and alcohol testing regulations of the Department of Transportation (DOT) (49 CFR part 40) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) (14 CFR part 120). |
Responsibilities
Promote a Safety-First workplace, encouraging the identification and closure of opportunities for safety improvements. Provide leadership to front line leaders and production team members, including establishment of clear objectives and expectations, and creating an environment where functional excellence, collaboration and empowerment is embraced. Promote Continuous Improvement Culture through utilization of Parker Lean System (PLS) principles and engagement through Team Improvement Boards (TIB) and High-Performance Teams (HPTs) Responsible for talent development of direct and indirect reports through cross-training and utilization of the Skill Matrix to provide the opportunity to develop cross-functional skills and expertise. Responsible and accountable for team empowerment, engagement, and associated team KPIs (safety, quality, delivery, and cost). Drive and embrace collaboration and partnership with other Value Streams, Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, Human Resources, Supply Chain and Customer Service, to maintain a continuous improvement (Lean) mindset to achieve Zero Defects through product and process robustness. Resolve escalated manufacturing issues through collaboration and resource prioritization. Adapt and effectively react to customer changing needs and expectations Continuously monitor the capacity and capability of the Silicone Value Stream through utilization of capacity planning tools as well as monthly performance reviews to identify areas of risk and opportunities for improvement. Collaborate with Human Resources and Union Leadership to operate collaboratively within the Collective Bargaining Agreement. |
Qualifications
Required
Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate high-performance teams. Strong and demonstrated written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and planning skills with demonstrated ability to lead and manage multiple projects/initiatives. Ability to adapt within a fast-paced production environment. Demonstrated ability to lead through change. Effective coaching, conflict management and resolution skills. Knowledge of internal and external industry specifications. SAP Knowledge & Experience Manufacturing Process Experience Knowledge of General Cost Accounting Practices Work Experience Required
Education Required
Preferred
Master's Degree or a Degree in a Technical discipline is a plus General knowledge of Rubber-to-Metal Manufacturing Processes (i.e. Elastomer Processes, Bonding Processes, Assembly etc..). Languages Required
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Conditions of Employment This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements. Parker Hannifin 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. Equal Employment Opportunity 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 Drug Tests 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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Parker Hannifin Corporation
$105,700.00 - $185,000.00 / yr
Mar 20, 2026