Welder

Welder - 2nd Shift - Abilene, KS

Land Pride, a division of Great Plains Mfg, is seeking a 2nd Shift Welder for our Abilene facility in Abilene, KS.


This position works Monday through Thursday, from 4:30 p.m. to 3:00 a.m., with overtime on Fridays, as required.


Primary Duties and Responsibilities :

• Load fixtures and weld parts as required
• Safely use all tools necessary for the position
• Maintain inventory accuracy at all times
• Read blueprints and utilize AWS weld symbols as required for the position
• Consistently achieve quality welds while staying on production schedule
• Follow all Great Plains and OSHA safety regulations and wear prescribed safety and protective equipment.
• Other duties may be assigned that require additional qualifications, physical demands, and/or work environment

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• MIG welding experience and ability to pass weld test, as required.
• 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 read blueprints and recognize AWS weld symbols
• Ability to safely use hand and power tools and welding equipment
• Capable of embracing a culture of Lean Manufacturing and willing to accept/implement change
• Ability to follow all Great Plains and OSHA safety regulations and wear prescribed PPE as 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