Overnight Team Leader

Company Overview

Parker Hannifin – Parflex Division designs and manufactures thermoplastic and fluoropolymer hose products used in demanding applications such as U.S. military trucks (JLTV, HEMTT), F-35 fighter jets, C-130 Hercules, wind farms, solar fields, food production plants, and next‑generation hydrogen vehicles. The division is part of Parker’s North American Hose Products Group, a global leader in motion and control technologies for over 100 years, and emphasizes innovation, safety, and purpose‑driven work.

Position Summary

The 3rd‑shift Value Stream Team Leader (Supervisor) will lead a small team of hose production operators, overseeing daily operations and continuous‑improvement efforts across one or more manufacturing value streams. Partnering with the Plant Manager, the supervisor will apply Lean manufacturing principles to ensure a safe, efficient, and high‑quality production environment, develop a skilled workforce, optimize processes, and meet daily operational goals.

Schedule

3rd‑shift hours are Sunday night through Thursday night.

Responsibilities

• Foster a culture of safety, quality, and employee empowerment by enforcing standardized work, 5S principles, and compliance with safety regulations.
• Lead and oversee daily production operations across assigned value stream(s), coordinating between shifts and collaborating with supply chain and production control teams.
• Drive continuous‑improvement initiatives using Lean tools and methodologies (e.g., PDCA cycles, pull systems, leveling workloads) to reduce costs, lead times, and inventory.
• Develop, coach, and mentor team members and their leads to build a qualified, engaged, and high‑performing team.
• Facilitate regular team meetings to discuss challenges, share solutions, and promote open communication.
• Utilize visual‑management tools such as Tracking Centers and Team Improvement Boards to monitor performance and ensure transparency.
• Support the Plant Manager in budget preparation, adherence, and strategic planning for continuous operational improvements.
• Ensure cross‑training of team members to maintain operational flexibility and uninterrupted workflow.
• Promote a positive work environment that encourages innovation, accountability, and “right‑first‑time” quality standards.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.
• Minimal travel as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or a related field with manufacturing experience.
• Proven leadership experience managing production teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Effective communication, interpersonal, and critical‑thinking skills.
• Ability to lead and influence teams to achieve operational and continuous‑improvement goals.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1–5 years of supervisory or management experience in manufacturing.
• Firsthand experience with Lean manufacturing principles and leading Lean teams.
• Solid understanding of accounting, inventory control, and production planning systems.
• Demonstrated ability to build teamwork, assess skills, and develop employees.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and fostering a continuous‑improvement culture.
• Current CPR/First Aid/AED certification, or willingness to become certified.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for 8+ hours during a shift.
• Wearing required PPE such as safety shoes, eye protection, hearing protection, safety vests, and gloves.
• Frequent use of hands for tasks such as using safety scissors, bending tubing, taping tube, and connecting hose assemblies.
• Ability to sort items by size, shape, and color.
• Physical movements including pushing, pulling, kneeling, and squatting.
• Ability to lift up to 45 pounds safely.
• Accurate color perception and ability to hear plant paging, alarms, and other auditory signals.