Material Handler - Forklift Operator - Salina

Forklift Operator / Material Handler 1st Shift - Salina, KS

Great Plains Mfg has an opening for a 1st Shift Forklift Operator / Material Handler in the Material Handling Department at the Salina Facility.

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

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Accurately pick parts and materials from inventory based on work orders, production requirements, or customer requests.
• Recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.
• Assemble and package kits of parts for specific projects or orders, ensuring all components are present and correct
• Perform a range of warehousing duties, including receiving, sorting, and storing materials in designated areas, maintaining a clean and organized warehouse
• Conduct regular inventory cycle counts to ensure stock accuracy and resolve discrepancies in the system
• Interface with other departments to ensure deadlines are met. Work closely with assembly lead and manager to ensure all parts are delivered to correct location in timely manner
• Operate industrial truck or electric hoist to assist in loading or moving materials and products.
• Lift heavy objects by hand or with power hoist, and clean work area, machines, and equipment to assist machine operators
• Attach identifying tags or labels to materials or marks information on cases, bales, or other containers
• Convey materials from storage or work sites to designated area.
• Read work orders, follow oral instructions, visual management, or standard work to ascertain materials or containers to be moved or delivered to assembly.
• Follow all Great Plains policies and OSHA safety regulations and wears prescribed safety and protective equipment.
• Other duties may be assigned that require other qualifications, physical demands, and/or work environment.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• Must have forklift license or ability to obtain one
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Understand team concepts and be a strong team player
• Ability to use and understand AS400
• Ability to read prints and be able to use tape measure, calipers, etc. as required

At Great Plains Manufacturing, our people make the difference, making our company a great place to work and grow. If you are self-motivated, have a passion to succeed and value teamwork, we invite you to apply to join our team. For over 45 years, Great Plains Mfg, has been known as a world-class manufacturer of agriculture, farm and landscaping equipment in Central Kansas. Now a Kubota company, we have recently added a new construction equipment division. With over 2,300 dedicated employees, Great Plains Manufacturing continues its dedication toward innovation and professional growth, while maintaining our family culture and community values. Grow with us! Visit our Careers page at