Painter - 1st Shift - Abilene Paint

Great Plains Mfg; Abilene (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Plains Manufacturing, Land Pride division, is seeking a 1st Shift Paint Line Person at our Abilene, KS facility. The role works Monday through Thursday, 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with overtime on Fridays as required.

You will load paint lines, prep parts, inspect quality, and ensure correct part delivery and packing. The position emphasizes safety, Lean manufacturing, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Lift, carry, and position parts weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Forklift experience is helpful but not required.
• Read blueprints and tape measures when needed.
• Basic computer skills; familiarity with AS400 systems.

Responsibilities

• Load paint lines safely to maximum capacity per daily production requirements.
• Prep unfinished parts for final topcoat.
• Download painted parts and ensure correct part identification and delivery to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Inspect painted parts at unload for quality defects.
• Pack painted parts to protect condition for transport to customers.

Skills

Lifting 50 lbs

Forklift experience

Blueprint reading

AS400

Team player

Lean manufacturing

Inventory control

Job description

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Full Time Manual Labor Abilene, KS, US

Land Pride, a division of Great Plains Manufacturing, is seeking a 1 st Shift Paint Line Person 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:

• Load Paint lines safely to maximum capacity per the Daily Production Requirements list
• Learn all aspects of prepping unfinished parts for final topcoat
• Download painted parts safely & ensure correct part identification and delivery to correct location to maintain inventory accuracy
• Inspect painted parts at the unload station for any quality defects
• Appropriately pack painted parts to ensure arrival to customer in good condition
• Adapt to all paint line duties, including Load, Prep, Unload, Material Handling & Painting
• Manage and ensure compliance for hazardous waste in areas where it is accumulated and stored
• Other duties may be assigned that require other qualifications, physical demands, and/or work environment.
• Follow all Great Plains and OSHA safety regulations and wear prescribed safety and protective equipment.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• Previous paint experience helpful, but not required
• Ability to lift, carry and position parts weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Some forklift experience and experience handling large parts is helpful, but not required
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Basic computer skills; familiar with AS400
• Ability to follow inventory control procedures
• 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, when needed
• Capable of embracing a culture of Lean Manufacturing and implementation of change
• Ability to follow all Great Plains and OSHA safety regulations and wear prescribed PPE as required

At Great Plains Manufacturing, our people make the difference, making our company a great place to work and grow. For over 45 years, Great Plains Mfg, has been known as a world-class manufacturer of agriculture, 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. Grow with us!