What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assembly Lead position at Great Plains Mfg?
Assembly Lead - 1st Shift – Salina, KS
Great Plains is seeking a dynamic leader to join our team as a 1st Shift Assembly Lead at the new Construction Equipment facility in Salina. This unique opportunity allows you to plan, coordinate and lead in producing a quality product as efficiently as possible in a new plant.
The schedule is Monday through Thursday 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with overtime on Fridays as required.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Practice and teach good Safety, with the ability to document incidents
- Responsible for day to day operation, including completing daily production
- Required to work overtime to complete tasks, sometimes with minimal notice
- Accurately complete required paperwork
- Ability to teach, coach and review employees, to meet department goals
- Ability to use 5-Gen Lean Mfg., implement improvements, and document outcomes
- 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:
- Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to communicate and work within a team environment
- Experience working in an assembly department in a manufacturing environment
- Working knowledge of AS400 and good computer skills
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Supervisory or management experience helpful
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 Manufacturing, Inc., has been known as a world-class manufacturer of farm and landscaping equipment in Central Kansas with over 2,000 dedicated employees. Now a Kubota company, 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 www.WorkForGPM.com.