Fab Operator - 2nd Shift - CE

Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc.; Salina (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. in Salina, KS seeks a 2nd shift Fabrication Operator for the CE Facility. You will set up and operate multiple fabricating machines to shape metal parts, reading engineering prints to ensure precise dimensions.

Responsibilities include quality checks, light maintenance, and assisting with setup and transport of finished pieces. Overtime Fridays may be required.

Qualifications

• Read engineering prints to determine adjustments and materials.
• Familiar with precision measuring tools and inspection techniques.
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• 1–3 years of fabrication operator or similar experience.
• Basic understanding of computer functions and software.

Responsibilities

• Set up, tend and operate fabricating machines (cutoff saws, shears, rollers, brakes, presses, laser cutting, CNC plasma) to shape metal.
• Read job specs to determine machine adjustments and material requirements.
• Set stops or guides to specified length and mark lines on work piece.
• Position work piece against stops and align with die or blade.
• Operate machines via controls and pedals.
• Monitor operation to detect defects or malfunctions.
• Measure piece dimensions to ensure accuracy.
• Remove burrs and clean pieces; perform basic maintenance.
• Assist with setup and transport of finished parts.
• Suggest quality improvements to fabrication manager.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Read engineering prints

Precision measuring tools

Communicate clearly

Fast-paced environment

2–3 years fabrication operator exp

Basic computer skills

Read/understand press brake operations

Mathematical skills (fractions & dec.

Job description

Fabrication Operator – 2 nd Shift – Salina, KS

Great Plains Manufacturing is seeking a 2 nd Shift Fab Operator to join our growing team at our CE Facility in Salina, KS.

This position works Monday through Thursday, from 4:30 p.m. to 3:00 a.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, 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.
• Other duties may be assigned that require other qualifications, physical demands, and/or work environment.

Preferred Skills And Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand engineering prints
• Demonstrates working familiarity with precision measuring tools
• Ability to communicate accurately both written and verbal
• Thrive in fast paced, high-pressure environment
• 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

Great Plains Manufacturing, headquartered in Salina, KS, is a proud subsidiary of Kubota with more than 50 years as a Kansas leader in the design, engineering and manufacturing of agricultural implements, including seeding, tillage, and landscaping equipment. Our new Construction Equipment Division adds Kubota-branded skid steers, compact track loaders, and CE attachments, supported by Kubota Construction R&D Engineering in Salina. Operating in eight Kansas communities with multiple divisions, including Great Plains Ag; Land Pride; Great Plains International; and the Construction Equipment Division, we employ over 2,000 people and are committed to innovation and professional growth. If you are self-motivated, goal-oriented, and collaborative, explore our open opportunities at www.WorkForGPM.com .