Assembler - 1st Shift - Abilene, KS

Great Plains Mfg; Abilene (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. seeks a 1st Shift Assembler in Abilene, KS to build and assemble parts on the line. You will follow the daily schedule, read prints, and use hand and power tools to fasten components safely.

The role offers early hours, potential overtime on Fridays, and opportunities to learn lean manufacturing practices while working across multiple stations and contributing to quality initiatives.

Qualifications

• No prior experience or formal training required; strong willingness to learn is helpful.
• Ability to stay focused in a fast-paced environment and follow directions.
• Good manual dexterity and ability to use hand and power tools safely.

Responsibilities

• Follow and complete daily build schedule.
• Bolt, clip, screw, cement, or fasten parts by hand or with tools.
• Read prints and use a tape measure as required.
• Tend machines and use tools (impact wrenches) for fastening on the assembly line.
• Work at different stations as production needs require.
• Work on line where tasks vary with model changes.
• Monitor tasks and suggest quality improvements to the assembly/shipping manager.
• Follow all safety regulations and wear prescribed PPE.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Hand tools

Power tools

Read blueprints

Tools

Tape measure

Job description

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Full Time Manual Labor Abilene, KS, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 5004

Land Pride, a division of Great Plains Mfg, is seeking a 1 st Shift Assembler for our facility in Abilene, KS.

This position works Monday through Thursday, from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with overtime on Fridays as required.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Follow and complete daily build schedule.


• Bolt, clip, screw, cement, or otherwise fasten parts togetherby hand, or using hand tools or portable power tools.


• Read prints and use a tape measure as required.


• Tend machines and use tools, such as impact wrenches, to perform force fitting or fastening operations on assembly line.


• Work at different work stations as production needs require.


• Work on line where tasks vary as different model of same article moves along line or at a fixed assembly station.


• Monitor assembly tasks and recommend quality improvement initiatives to the assembly/shipping manager.


• Follow all Great Plains and OSHA safety regulations and wear prescribed safety and protective equipment

Other duties may be assigned that require other qualifications, physical demands, and/or work environment.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

No prior experience or training is required; however, the following traits are helpful:

• Ability to give strong attention to detail and stay on-task in a fast-paced environment


• Have a good understanding of team concepts and be a strong team player


• Ability to safely use hand and power tools; ability to read blueprints and tape measure


• Ability to excel in fast-paced, high-pressure situations


• Capable of embracing a culture of Lean Manufacturing and implementation of change

At Great Plains Manufacturing, our people make the difference, making our company a great place to work and grow. For over 45 years, Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc., has been known as a world-class manufacturer of agriculture, farm and landscaping equipment in Central Kansas with over 2,300 dedicated employees. Now a Kubota company, Great Plains Manufacturing continues its dedication toward innovation and professional growth, while maintaining our family culture and community values. Grow with us!