What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Control Inspector position at Great Plains Mfg?
Quality Assurance Inspector – 1st Shift - Abilene, KS
Land Pride, a division of Great Plains Manufacturing, is seeking a 1st Shift Quality Assurance Inspector for our Quality Department at our Abilene facility in Abilene, KS.
This position works Monday-Thursday 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., plus overtime on Fridays as required.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Review manufacturing processes throughout the facility to ensure a quality product
- Identify defective parts in each department and address as needed
- Troubleshoot causes of defects and make recommendations for changes
- Inspect equipment to confirm proper welds, paint and fasteners
- Interpret Engineering blueprints to ensure product meets specifications
- 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:
- Experience understanding proper welds, paint and fasteners
- Ability to read and understand engineering prints
- Demonstrate working familiarity with precision measuring tools
- Ability to communicate accurately both written and verbal
- Thrive in fast-paced, high-pressure environment
- Willing and able to work outside in all weather conditions
- Excellent organizational skills
- Highly self-motivated with great interpersonal skills
- Previous experience as a QA Inspector in a manufacturing environment 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 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 www.WorkForGPM.com.
