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Great Plains Manufacturing

R&D Machinist

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A Machinist builds and repairs precisely detailed and sized metal parts used in a variety of tools and appliances. Builds parts following a blueprint or creates original designs.

$46,592 / year median in Kansas

+3% projected growth

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Job Description

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 www.

WorkForGPM.com .