Welder

Welder – 1st Shift

Ellsworth, KS
 

Great Plains Manufacturing is currently seeking an experienced 1st Shift Welder to join our team at our facility in Ellsworth, KS. 

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

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Weld metal parts together, using both gas welding or brazing or any combination of arc welding processes utilizing a variety of welding equipment.
• Weld in flat, horizontal, vertical or overhead positions.
• Operation of various welding robots.
• Clean, repair and examine welds as needed.
• Conduct quality checks throughout the shift.
• Follow all Great Plains and OSHA safety regulations and wear prescribed safety and protective equipment.
• Other duties may be assigned that require other qualifications, physical demands, and/or work environment. 

Preferred Skills and Qualifications: 

• Working knowledge of MIG welding operations and ability to pass a weld test
• High standard for quality and detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Understanding of team concepts and willingness to be a strong team player
• Willingness to work overtime 
• Ability to lift heavy parts throughout the shift
• Open to Lean Manufacturing and implementation of change

Great Plains Manufacturing, headquartered in Salina, KS, is a proud subsidiary of Kubota with more than 50 years as a Kansas leader in the design, engineering and manufacturing of agricultural implements, including seeding, tillage, and landscaping equipment. Our new Construction Equipment Division adds Kubota-branded skid steers, compact track loaders, and CE attachments, supported by Kubota Construction R&D Engineering in Salina. Operating in eight Kansas communities with multiple divisions, including Great Plains Ag; Land Pride; Great Plains International; and the Construction Equipment Division, we employ over 2,000 people and are committed to innovation and professional growth. If you are self-motivated, goal-oriented, and collaborative, explore our open opportunities at www.WorkForGPM.com.