Welder - 1st Shift - Lucas

Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc.; Lucas (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Land Pride, a division of Great Plains Manufacturing, is seeking a 1stShift Welder for our Lucas, KS facility. Work hours are Monday through Thursday, 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with overtime on Fridays as required.

Expected to load fixtures, weld parts, and read blueprints to meet quality and schedule targets. Ideal candidates bring MIG welding experience, attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to follow safety regulations and operate welding equipment.

Qualifications

• MIG welding experience and ability to pass weld test.
• Strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to read blueprints and recognize AWS weld symbols.
• Good team player capable of Lean manufacturing environments.
• Ability to safely use hand and power tools and welding equipment.

Responsibilities

• Load fixtures and weld parts as required.
• Safely use all tools necessary for the position.
• Maintain inventory accuracy at all times.
• Read blueprints and utilize AWS weld symbols as required for the position.
• Consistently achieve quality welds while staying on production schedule.
• Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Skills

MIG welding

Detail oriented

Team player

Blueprint reading

AWS weld symbols

Welding equipment

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Welding equipment

Job description

This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13622671

Land Pride, a division of Great Plains Manufacturing, is seeking a 1stShift Welder for our facility in Lucas, KS

This position works Monday through Thursday, from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with overtime on Fridays as required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Load fixtures and weld parts as required
• Safely use all tools necessary for the position
• Maintain inventory accuracy at all times
• Read blueprints and utilize AWS weld symbols as required for the position
• Consistently achieve quality welds while staying on production schedule
• Other duties may be assigned that require other qualifications, physical demands, and/or work environment.

Preferred Skills And Qualifications

• MIG welding experience and ability to pass weld test, as required.
• 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 read blueprints and recognize AWS weld symbols
• Ability to safely use hand and power tools and welding equipment
• Capable of embracing a culture of Lean Manufacturing and willing to accept/implement change
• Ability to follow all Great Plains and OSHA safety regulations and wear prescribed safety and protective equipment

At Great Plains Manufacturing, our people make the difference, making our company a great place to work and grow. If you are self-motivated, have a passion to succeed and value teamwork, we invite you to apply to join our team. 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! Visit our Careers page at www.WorkForGPM.com.