Job Description

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 through 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

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 Manufacturing, Inc., has been known as a world-class manufacturer of farm and landscaping equipment in Central Kansas with over 2,100 dedicated employees.  Now a Kubota company, 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.