Spray Painter

Spray Painter (Painter A) – 1^st Shift – Tipton, KS

 Great Plains Mfg is seeking a 1^st Shift Spray Painter (Painter A) to join our team in Tipton, KS.  

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

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:   

• Lift heavy objects by hand or using power hoist, and clean work area, machines, and equipment, using broom, rags, and cleaning compounds.
• May occasionally operate industrial truck or electric hoist to assist in loading or moving materials and products. 
• Observe parts to detect defects or equipment malfunction and reports as directed.
• Clean and prepare surfaces of manufactured products prior to the application of protective coatings. 
• Load, unload, and move materials at work site.  
• Spray surfaces of machines, manufactured products, or working area with protective or decorative material such as paint, enamel, or powder coating
• Paint parts to required specifications for top coat finish
• Learn top coat painting, demonstrate pride in work 
• Use paint gun, hoist, manlift, ladder, air gun and other necessary tools
• Follow all Great Plains and OSHA safety regulations and wear PPE as required
• Other duties may be assigned that require other qualifications, physical demands, and/or work environment. 

Preferred Skills and Qualifications: 

• Prior experience as a Top Coat Painter is preferred.
• Ability to physically perform the job
• Ability to pass the required respirator test to wear a paint respirator
• Ability to follow inventory control procedures
• Ability to give strong attention to detail and stay on-task in a fast-paced environment
• Have a good understanding of team concepts and be a strong team player
• Ability to safely use hand and power tools; ability to read blueprints and tape measure, when needed
• Capable of embracing a culture of Lean Manufacturing and implementation of change
• Ability to follow all Great Plains and OSHA safety regulations and wear prescribed PPE 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 www.WorkForGPM.com.