CNC Machinist - 1st Shift (Salina, KS)

Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc.; Salina (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. is seeking a 1st Shift Machine Operator for our Salina, KS facility. The role involves operating manual and CNC equipment, reading blueprints, and ensuring parts meet tight tolerances.

Shifts run Monday–Thursday 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with overtime on Fridays as required. This position emphasizes safety, accuracy, and productivity in a growing manufacturing environment in Central Kansas.

Qualifications

• Experience as a machine operator or similar (1–3 years preferred).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings.
• Working knowledge of CNC equipment and machine shop practices.
• Proficiency with precision measuring tools to verify tolerances.
• Strong paperwork and record-keeping habits.

Responsibilities

• Study blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerances.
• Operate manual and CNC equipment including lathes and mills.
• Set up and produce parts within specified tolerances.
• Verify conformance of finished parts to specifications.
• Load parts into machines using forklifts or lifting tools as needed.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Follow safety regulations and wear prescribed PPE.
• Other duties as assigned by supervision.

Skills

Machine operation

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

CNC knowledge

Precision measurement

Documentation

Tools

Engine lathe

Knee mill

Drill press

Job description

Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. is seeking a 1st Shift Machine Operator for our Salina, KS facility. The role involves operating manual and CNC equipment, reading blueprints, and ensuring parts meet tight tolerances.

Shifts run Monday–Thursday 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with overtime on Fridays as required. This position emphasizes safety, accuracy, and productivity in a growing manufacturing environment in Central Kansas.