Painter

Paint Line Person (Painter) – 1st ShiftSalina, KSGreat Plains Mfg is seeking a 1st Shift Painter / Paint Line Person for our facility in Salina, KS to support our new Kubota Construction Equipment paint line.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:Load paint lines safely to maximum capacity per the Daily Production Requirements list.Learn all aspects of prepping unfinished parts for final topcoat.Download painted parts safely & ensure correct part identification and delivery to correct location to maintain inventory accuracy.Inspect painted parts at the unload station for any quality defects.Appropriately pack painted parts to ensure arrival to customer in good condition.Adapt to all paint line duties, including Load, Prep, Unload, Material Handling & Painting.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:Previous paint experience helpful, but not requiredAbility to lift, carry and position parts weighing up to 50 lbs.Some forklift experience and experience handling large parts is helpful, but not requiredGood written and oral communication skillsBasic computer skills; familiar with AS400Ability to follow inventory control proceduresAbility to give strong attention to detail and stay on-task in a fast-paced environmentHave a good understanding of team concepts and be a strong team playerAbility to safely use hand and power tools; ability to read blueprints and tape measure, when neededCapable of embracing a culture of Lean Manufacturing and implementation of changeGreat 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.