Position Summary
Build Precision Metal Components for High-Performance Applications
At Parker Lord, our production operators do more than run machines — they help manufacture the precision components that support demanding aerospace and industrial applications.
We are seeking an HCL Production Shim Operator to join our High-Capacity Laminates area at the Parker Lord Erie facility. In this role, you will perform a variety of blanking, forming, deburring, machining, and inspection operations to produce metal component parts that meet exact drawing specifications.
This is a hands-on manufacturing role for someone who takes pride in quality, enjoys working with production equipment, and wants to be part of a team where precision, safety, and consistency matter every day.
Why Join Parker Lord?
With nearly 100 years of innovation behind us, Parker Lord develops advanced adhesives, coatings, thermal management materials, motion management devices, and sensing technologies that help customers reduce risk and improve performance.
Our manufacturing teams are at the center of that mission. They produce the quality components and systems that have helped establish Parker as a global leader in motion and control technologies.
We offer:
- Competitive total rewards package
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Disability and life insurance
- 401(k) benefits
- Hands-on training and operator inspection certification
- Experience with a variety of manufacturing processes and equipment
- Opportunities to support LEAN manufacturing and continuous improvement
- A safety- and quality-focused team environment
- Career opportunities within a respected global manufacturer
What You’ll Do
As an HCL Production Shim Operator, you will support Erie plant production by manufacturing precision metal components in the Shim Department within the High-Capacity Laminates area.
Key responsibilities include:
- Set up and operate punch presses, power forming machines, deburring equipment, lathe machines, and related equipment
- Manufacture metal component parts to drawing specifications
- Perform blanking, forming, deburring, machining, and minor rework operations
- Inspect parts using visual and mechanical inspection methods to confirm product conformity
- Use comparators and other precision measuring instruments to verify parts meet drawing requirements
- Apply working knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing when required
- Complete product paperwork and computer transactions accurately and on time using SAP
- Work closely with operators and department support staff to share best practices and support smooth shift changeovers
- Maintain focus while performing repetitive production operations that support expected production output
- Participate in activities that improve safety, quality, customer satisfaction, and productivity
- Support LEAN manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
- Attain Parker Lord operator inspection certification after hire, with training provided
This position involves working in a manufacturing environment with a reasonable level of noise. Proper personal protective equipment will be provided.
Schedule Requirement
Candidates must be able to work an off-shift schedule for an extended period of time. This assignment may continue for multiple years.
What We’re Looking For
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to read, write, and communicate fluently in English
- Ability to work off shift, likely 2nd shift, for an extended period of time
- Strong commitment to safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement
- Willingness to learn and become certified in Parker Lord operator inspection requirements
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with blanking, forming, deburring, machining, and/or inspection in a manufacturing setting
- Understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
- Trade school experience
- College degree
- Experience using SAP or another material requirements planning system
- Experience using comparators, precision measuring instruments, or inspection equipment
Bring Precision, Focus, and Craftsmanship to Parker Lord
If you are looking for a hands-on manufacturing role where your attention to detail and commitment to quality make a difference, Parker Lord offers the opportunity to build skills, work with precision components, and contribute to products used in demanding applications.
Join our team in Erie, PA, and help manufacture components where safety, quality, and performance matter.
Apply today and build your future with Parker Lord.
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.
