R&D Machinist

R&D Machinist - Assaria, KS

Great Plains Manufacturing is currently seeking an R&D Machinist to join our Fixture Design R&D team in Assaria, KS.


This position works Monday through Thursday from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., plus occasional overtime, as required.


Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support Product Development by machining prototype and fixture parts
• Ability to set up and operate precision cutting machines such as manual lathes, milling machines, drills and boring mills, as well as CNC mills and CNC lathes
• Read, interpret, and work from engineering prints
• Work closely with Engineers/Designers to facilitate the design process
• Work with Fixture builders/Testing Technicians to rework parts as necessary
• Maintain a Professional working relationship with others in the department
• Perform/organize and maintain a safe working environment
• 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 Experience:

• Machining experience required, including CNC mills and lathes
• Some manual mill and lathe experience preferred
• Ability to prioritize workload and workflow
• Proven aptitude for a high level of craftsmanship
• Ability to maintain close tolerances when required
• Forklift license or ability to get one
• Ability to operate and interpret precision measuring instruments
• Must be a safety-oriented team player
• Supply necessary hand tools including precision measuring tools

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