Fab Operator - 2nd Shift - Salina, KS

Land Pride Inc.; Salina (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Plains Manufacturing in Salina, KS is seeking a Fab Operator for 2nd shift to fabricate components and frames for machinery according to blueprints and job orders. You will operate multiple fabricating machines and assist with programming and setup.

The role requires 1–3 years in fabrication, strong math and reading prints, and good computer skills; Monday-Thursday nights with overtime on Fridays in a safety-conscious environment.

Qualifications

• One to three years’ experience as a fabrication operator or similar.
• Strong 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.

Responsibilities

• Set up, tend and operate fabricating machines that cut, shape, and bend metal parts.
• Review engineering releases and create press brake programming as needed.
• Determine proper press brake tooling to use on all operations.
• Assist operators on press brake set-ups and functions.
• Create DAVI Roller programs and assist operators as needed.
• Understand, modify and create G Codes for AMADA CNC Turret Punch Press.
• 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.
• Follow all safety policies and wear prescribed PPE.
• Other duties may be assigned that require other qualifications, physical demands, and/or work environment.

Skills

Fabrication

CNC programming

Reading prints

Math skills

Tools

AMADA CNC Turret Punch Press

DAVI Roller

CNC Plasma

Laser cutting

Job description

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Fab Operator - 2nd Shift - Salina, KS

Full Time Manual Labor Salina, KS, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 5005

Fab Operator – 2nd Shift - Salina, KS

Great Plains Manufacturing is seeking a 2nd Shift Fabrication Operator in our Salina, KS facility to fabricate material such as framework or shells for machinery and metal parts for products according to job order, verbal instructions, and blueprints.

This position works Monday through Thursday from 4:30 p.m. to 3:00 a.m., with overtime on Friday, 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
• Review engineering releases and create press brake programming as needed
• Determine proper press brake tooling to use on all operations
• Assist operators on press brake set-ups and functions
• Create DAVI Roller programs and assist operators as needed
• Understand, modify and create G Codes for AMADA CNC Turret Punch Press
• 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
• 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 Skill and Qualifications:

• One to three years’ experience as a fabrication operator or similar
• Strong 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

At Great Plains Manufacturing, our people make the difference, making our company a great place to work and grow. For over 50 years, Great Plains Mfg., has been known as a world-class manufacturer of farm and landscaping equipment in Central Kansas. Now a Kubota company, we have recently added a new construction equipment division. With over 2,300 dedicated employees, Great Plains Manufacturing continues its dedication toward innovation and professional growth, while maintaining our family culture and community values.