Welder - 2nd Shift - Abilene, KS

Great Plains Mfg. HR; Abilene (KS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural manufacturer is seeking a 2nd Shift Welder at their facility in Abilene, KS. Responsibilities include loading fixtures, welding parts, and maintaining quality standards. Ideal candidates should have MIG welding experience and a strong attention to detail. Join a company dedicated to innovation and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Ability to pass weld test as required.
• Strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to follow safety regulations and use PPE.

Responsibilities

• Load fixtures and weld parts as required.
• Safely use all tools necessary for the position.
• Consistently achieve quality welds while staying on production schedule.

Skills

MIG welding experience

Attention to detail

Team player

Blueprint reading

Safe use of tools

Understanding of Lean Manufacturing

Tools

Welding equipment

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Welder – 2nd Shift – Abilene, KS

Land Pride, a division of Great Plains Manufacturing, is seeking a 2nd Shift Welder for our facility in Abilene, KS.

This position works Monday through Thursday, from 4:00 p.m. to 2:30 a.m., with overtime on Fridays as required.

Primary 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 PPE as required

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.