Fab Operator at Great Plains Mfg

Salina, Kansas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Machine Operation, Blueprint Reading, Press Brake Operation, Mathematics, Metal Fabrication, Quality Control, Machine Maintenance, CNC Plasma, Laser Cutting, Measuring Tools

Industry

Machinery Manufacturing

Description

Fab Operator – 1st Shift - Salina, KS Great Plains Manufacturing is seeking a 1st Shift Fabrication Operator at our facility in Salina, KS. This position works Monday through Thursday 6:00 a.m to 4:30 p.m, overtime on Friday as required. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: * Set up, tend and operate fabricating machines such as cutoff saws, shears, roller, brakes, presses, forming machines, spinning machines, punch machines, laser cutting, CNC plasma, etc. that cut, shape, and bend metal plates, sheets, tubes, and structures. * Read job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements. * Set stops or guides to specified length as indicated by scale, rule, template, or computer program. Locate and mark bending and cutting lines onto work piece. * Position work piece against stops or aligns layout marks with die or blade. * Push button or depress pedal to activate machine. * Observe machine operation to detect work piece defects or machine malfunction. * Measure work piece dimensions with varying measuring devices to determine accuracy of machine operation. * Remove burrs, sharp edges, rust, or scale from work piece. * Perform minor machine maintenance such as oiling machines, dies, or work pieces. * Assist machine operators to set up machine, and stack, mark, pack, and transport finished work pieces. * Monitor fabricating tasks and recommends quality improvement initiatives to the fabrication manager. * Follows all Great Plains and OSHA safety regulations and wear prescribed PPE as required. * Other duties may be assigned that require other qualifications, physical demands, and/or work environment. Preferred Skills and Qualifications: * One to three years’ experience as a fabrication operator or similar * Basic understanding of computer functions and various software * Must be able to read prints and understand all press brake operations * Must have strong math skills, including proficiency with fractions and decimals At Great Plains Manufacturing, our people make the difference, making our company a great place to work and grow. If you are self-motivated, have a passion to succeed and value teamwork, we invite you to apply to join our team. For over 45 years, Great Plains Mfg., has been known as a world-class manufacturer of farm and landscaping equipment in Central Kansas. Now a Kubota company, we have recently added a new construction equipment division. With over 2,200 dedicated employees, Great Plains Manufacturing continues its dedication toward innovation and professional growth, while maintaining our family culture and community values. Grow with us! Visit our Careers page at www.WorkForGPM.com.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate various metal fabrication machines to cut, shape, and bend metal plates and tubes. Monitor operations for defects and perform minor machine maintenance to ensure quality and safety.