Fab Operator

Great Plains Mfg; Lucas (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. is seeking a 1st Shift Fabrication Operator for our Lucas, KS facility. You will set up and run machines such as laser, saws, punches, and brakes to form metal parts, ensuring accuracy and quality in a fast-paced shop environment.

The role requires reading specs, selecting materials, and maintaining equipment with safety at the forefront. Overtime Fridays may apply; join a team that values craftsmanship and reliability.

Qualifications

• Experience with metal fabrication machines and tooling.
• Ability to read specifications and adjust equipment accordingly.
• Maintain tolerances and inspect machined parts for defects.
• Understand safety rules and wear protective equipment.
• Flexible to cross-train in different shop areas.

Responsibilities

• Set up, tend and operate fabricating machines to cut, shape, and bend metal pieces.
• Read job specifications to determine material requirements and machine settings.
• Measure parts to ensure accuracy and report deviations.
• Remove burrs, clean parts, and perform minor machine maintenance.
• Assist with staging, packing, and transport of finished work pieces.
• Follow OSHA safety rules and Great Plains policies.

Skills

Laser cutting

Saw operation

Punch press operation

Press brake operation

Mechanical aptitude

Quality conformance check

Tools

AS/400

CNC plasma

Laser cutting equipment

Job description

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Lucas Fabrication Full Time Manual Labor Lucas, KS, US

7 days ago Requisition ID: 5086

Land Pride, a division of Great Plains Mfg, is seeking an experienced 1stShift Fabrication Operator for our facility in Lucas, 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:

• 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; that cut, shape, and bend metal plates, sheets, tubes, and structures by performing the following duties.
• 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.
• Observe machine operation to detect work piece defects or machine malfunction and report as needed.
• Measure work piece dimensions 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.
• Follow all Great Plains policies and OSHA safety regulations and wears prescribed safety and protective equipment.
• Other duties may be assigned that require other qualifications, physical demands, and/or work environment.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• Knowledge of laser, saw, punch press and press brake operations
• Understanding of product structure and usage of AS400
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Ability to verify conformance of machined work piece to specifications
• Dedication to ensure products meet or exceed specifications as part of our quality program
• Must be flexible to be crossed trained in different areas of the shop as required

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.