Assembler

About the Role

Land Pride, a division of Great Plains Mfg, is seeking a 1st Shift Assembler for our facility in Abilene, KS. This position works Monday through Thursday, from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with overtime on Fridays as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow and complete daily build schedule.
• Bolt, clip, screw, cement, or otherwise fasten parts together by hand, or using hand tools or portable power tools.
• Read prints and use a tape measure as required.
• Tend machines and use tools, such as impact wrenches, to perform force fitting or fastening operations on assembly line.
• Work at different work stations as production needs require.
• Work on line where tasks vary as different models of the same article move along the line or at a fixed assembly station.
• Monitor assembly tasks and recommend quality improvement initiatives to the assembly/shipping manager.
• 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.

Qualifications

• 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 safely use hand and power tools; ability to read blueprints and tape measure.
• Ability to excel in fast-paced, high-pressure situations.
• Capable of embracing a culture of Lean Manufacturing and implementation of change.

No prior experience or training is required.