Machine Operator

Great Plains Mfg • Salina, KS

17d • Onsite

About The Position

Great Plains Manufacturing is seeking a Machine Operator to join its team at the CE Facility in Salina, Kansas. The position works Monday through Thursday from 4:30 p.m. to 3:00 a.m., with overtime on Fridays as required.

The Machine Operator operates manual and CNC equipment, including lathes and mills, to set up and produce parts within specified tolerances. The operator uses blueprints and other references to determine part dimensions and verifies that finished parts meet specifications. Parts may be loaded into machines using forklifts, hoists, or other lifting tools. The position also requires maintaining a safe, clean work environment and following company and OSHA safety requirements.

Requirements

• One to three years of experience as a machine operator or in a similar role (preferred).
• Mechanical aptitude (preferred).
• Experience with manual machine-shop equipment, such as an engine lathe, knee mill, and drill press (preferred).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints (preferred).
• Working knowledge of CNC equipment (preferred).
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment to ensure parts are manufactured within tolerance (preferred).
• Ability to maintain accurate paperwork (preferred).

Nice To Haves

• One to three years of experience as a machine operator or in a similar role.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Experience with manual machine-shop equipment, such as an engine lathe, knee mill, and drill press.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Working knowledge of CNC equipment.
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment to ensure parts are manufactured within tolerance.
• Ability to maintain accurate paperwork.

Responsibilities

• Study blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances.
• Operate manual and CNC equipment, including lathes and mills.
• Set up machines and produce parts within specified tolerances.
• Verify that finished parts conform to specifications.
• Load parts into machines using forklifts, hoists, or other lifting tools.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Follow Great Plains and OSHA safety regulations and wear prescribed safety and protective equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned that may require other qualifications, physical demands, and/or work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed