Plate Processing Technician — Night Shift (Plasma/Welding)

John Deere GmbH & Co. KG; Kernersville (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Performance bonuses

Savings & Retirement benefits

Wellbeing – health care

Paid holidays & vacation

Tuition assistance

Fitness subsidies & on-site gyms

Discount programs

Job summary

John Deere Kernersville is seeking a Plate Processor to join the production team in Kernersville, NC. The role emphasizes safety, quality and teamwork, with duties ranging from plasma cutting to welding support and crane operation.

The candidate should have at least 1 year of manufacturing experience, a HS diploma or GED (or NCRC), and be willing to work any shift with overtime as needed. A strong emphasis on safety and continuous improvement is noted throughout the description.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have at least one of: High School Diploma or GED; NCRC; at least 3 years of manufacturing work experience.
• Must have at least 1 year experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to perform manual tasks related to described job duties for duration of work shift; including standing, walking, bending, lifting, and repetitive actions.
• Ability and willingness to work any shift and potential overtime (including weekends).

Responsibilities

• Perform assembly related operations in a production environment focused on safety, quality, and teamwork.
• Perform cutting operations using Plasma machines to drawing specifications.
• Operate overhead cranes and fork trucks.
• Follow all safety, quality, Lean guidelines.
• Update daily documentation, as required.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Shift flexibility

Manual tasks

Overtime

Safety & quality adherence

Education

High School Diploma or GED

National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC)

Job description

John Deere Kernersville is seeking a Plate Processor to join the production team in Kernersville, NC. The role emphasizes safety, quality and teamwork, with duties ranging from plasma cutting to welding support and crane operation.

The candidate should have at least 1 year of manufacturing experience, a HS diploma or GED (or NCRC), and be willing to work any shift with overtime as needed. A strong emphasis on safety and continuous improvement is noted throughout the description.