Job Description

Paint Robot Technician – 1st Shift

Salina, KS

Great Plains Manufacturing is currently seeking a 1st Shift Paint Robot Technician to join our team at our Construction Equipment (CE) Facility in Salina, KS. 

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

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Setup, operation and programming of various paint robots. 
• Monitor and maintain robotic cell controls equipment, including programming and troubleshooting Fanuc robot controllers.
• Monitor and maintain integrated process equipment using paint robots.
• Support offline development of robot programs for new product using emulation software and robot test cells.
• Collaborate with GPM Production, GPM Engineering, GPM IT group on operational, controls, network and automation solutions. 
• Support Production staff in operation and management of production equipment ensuring maximum equipment effectiveness and efficiency. Assist with startup and shutdown of equipment.
• Troubleshoot controls issues, recommend improvements and solutions to support production. Support implementation of improvements.
• Support GPM Maintenance with equipment repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Learn Allen Bradley and Omron PLC programming to assist Controls Engineer and Technicians.
• Learn Industrial Networking best practices and troubleshooting.
• Assist creation of new automated cell concepts and support new automation project implementation.
• Assist with maintaining GPM safety and robot standards. 
• Follow all Great Plains policies and OSHA safety regulations and wears prescribed safety and protective equipment.
• Other duties may be assigned that require other qualifications, physical demands, and/or work environment. 

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree, Diploma/Certificate, and/or equivalent work-related experience in: Robotics Technology; Automation/Controls Technology; Mechanical Technology; Computer Technology; or Electrical Technology
• Experience with setup, operation and programming of paint robots 
• Experience in Automated Manufacturing helpful
• Excellent communication skills 
• Understand team concepts and be a strong team player
• Excel in fast-paced, high-pressure situations
• Ability to be flexible, work with interruptions and shift priorities as needed
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent Time Management & Manufacturing Organizational Skills
• Willing to work overtime and occasional off-shifts as required for robot programming
• Drive culture of Lean Manufacturing and implementation of change to streamline processes
• Familiarity with AS400 software helpful, but not required

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.