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Org Marketing Statement

Welcome to Parker Industrial Process Filtration

At Parker's Industrial Process Filtration Division, we collaborate with our customers to offer filtration solutions for complex contaminant management issues. Our aim is to enhance product quality and safeguard critical equipment against maintenance issues and downtime.

The Industrial Process Filtration Division directly supports North America. In addition, IPF works with our global Parker Hannifin regional entities to leverage IPF products across the globe.

Position Summary

To direct and coordinate testing operations of the Lab Services Department in support of Element performance, engineering, design, product development and fabrication; and to ensure that established processes, procedures and scientific methods are followed to accurately, expeditiously and efficiently aid in the consistent and relevant testing of IPF Division's and it's competitor's filter element products.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities described here are representative of those an employee performs to successfully complete the essential functions of this job; however, this is not a comprehensive listing of all tasks that may be assigned or required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The duties include all those associated with the subordinate positions, plus the following:

* Supervise the Lab Services Department by managing and overseeing the, and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures for all testing of IPF Division's and the company's competitor's filter element products, to includes QA testing requirements.

* Train and motivate personnel to maintain a high level of accuracy and timeliness on testing and reporting activities.

* Conduct and oversee the accurate operation and maintenance of analytical equipment.

* Conduct and oversee filtration testing on flat sheet filter media.

* Oversee evaluation of customer liquid samples for contaminant identification, quantity and particle distribution.

* Oversee analysis of customer samples and used elements.

* Research and report findings on special projects, as requested.

* Keep laboratory testing records and formulate summary test reports.

* Coordinate with outside and inside sales and customer service personnel regarding performance testing information.

* Interface with R&D, Sales, Marketing and Manufacturing and attend meetings, as needed, to monitor upcoming and progress on pending laboratory projects.

* Manage the administrative tasks associated with the Lab Services Department, such as, weekly and monthly lab activity reports and logs.

* Oversee the design and rebuild of lab test skids, as required.

* Conduct Lab tours and training of Sales staff, as needed.

* Conduct timely and effective employee evaluation and mentoring programs.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position is responsible for supervising non-exempt hourly employees.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The minimum qualifications required include, but may not be limited to, the following:

* At least 5 years' experience in an industrial manufacturing/engineering laboratory environment.

* Intermediate-level skill with Microsoft Office software.

* Supervisory, manufacturing, quality control and fabrication plant and lab safety experience.

* Experience using analytical equipment, such as, particle laser counters, viscometers, ph meters, moisture percentage analyzers and etc.

* Ability to supervise and maintain a team-oriented environment.

* Ability to teach, train, assess, counsel and mentor others.

* Ability to read and interpret documents such as work instructions, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

* Ability to calculate figures and amounts, such as, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume.

* Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

* Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

* Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related lab sciences field.

* Related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must meet the physical demands for the position including, but not limited to, the ability to:

* Stand for long periods.

* Bend, stoop, walk, kneel, crouch, carry, climb, talk and hear.

* Use hands and/or arms to finger, handle, feel and reach.

* Frequently, lift and/or move 1 to 20 pounds, and occasionally, up to 50 pounds.

* Use specific vision faculties which include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, non-controlled temperature environments, moderate to high noise levels and harmful light emitted by welding machinery and flying metal particles, only, if and when, the employee is in the shipping or shop areas. The duties of this job are primarily performed in climate-controlled temperature laboratory environments, with low to moderate noise levels and fluorescent, incandescent and/or natural lighting.

SAFETY

The employee must:

* Adhere to and enforce all Safety guidelines.

* Immediately report all safety issues including injuries, unsafe conditions, unsafe acts, and near miss situations.

* Review PPE Hazard Assessment Certification Form for safety requirements.

* Actively lead Safety awareness.

* Participate in Safety audits.

* Implement multiple safety ideas or improvements on behalf of Lab Services team

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")

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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.