R&D Machinist: Prototyping & Precision CNC

Great Plains Ag; Salina (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Plains Manufacturing seeks an R&D Machinist to join the Fixture Design R&D team in Assaria, KS. You will machine prototype and fixture parts and work with Engineers to advance the design process.

This full-time role runs Monday through Thursday from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with occasional overtime. Proficiency with CNC mills and lathes, manual machining, and precision measuring tools is required to ensure safe, high-quality workmanship.

Qualifications

• Machining experience required, including CNC mills and lathes.
• Ability to operate precision cutting machines and interpret engineering prints.
• Strong focus on safety and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Support product development by machining prototype and fixture parts.
• Set up and operate CNC and manual machines per engineering drawings.
• Read and interpret engineering prints and collaborate with Engineers/Designers.

Skills

Machining experience

CNC milling

CNC turning

Manual milling

Manual lathe

Prioritization

Craftsmanship

Tolerances

Forklift license

Measuring instruments

Safety awareness

Hand tools

Tools

CNC mills

CNC lathes

Manual milling machines

Manual lathes

Precision measuring tools

Job description

Great Plains Manufacturing seeks an R&D Machinist to join the Fixture Design R&D team in Assaria, KS. You will machine prototype and fixture parts and work with Engineers to advance the design process.

This full-time role runs Monday through Thursday from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with occasional overtime. Proficiency with CNC mills and lathes, manual machining, and precision measuring tools is required to ensure safe, high-quality workmanship.