Assembler - 1st Shift - Abilene, KS

Great Plains Mfg; Abilene (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime on Fridays

Job summary

Great Plains Manufacturing, Land Pride division, is seeking a 1st Shift Assembler in Abilene, KS. The role involves assembling parts on the line, reading blueprints, and maintaining safety standards on a Monday-Thursday schedule with overtime on Fridays.

Strong attention to detail and teamwork are valued, with training available as needed. This is a full-time position offering growth in a lean manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• No prior experience or training required.
• Ability to read prints and use a tape measure.
• Capable of embracing a culture of Lean Manufacturing and change.

Responsibilities

• Follow and complete daily build schedule.
• Bolt, clip, screw, cement, or otherwise fasten parts together by 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 fastening operations on the 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 improvements to the assembly/shipping manager.
• Follow all Great Plains and OSHA safety regulations and wear prescribed safety equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Read blueprints

Tape measure usage

Manual assembly

Lean manufacturing

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Tape measure

Job description

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Full Time Manual Labor Abilene, KS, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 5084

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. If you are self-motivated, have a passion to succeed and value teamwork, 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!