Manufacturing Programmer

Description

Summit Truck Bodies LLC, a quality manufacturer of custom designed service and lube bodies, is expanding its workforce. If you are a motivated team player who is committed to producing a high-quality product on time and safely, we want you on our team! Summit Truck Bodies, located in Wathena, KS, is looking for a Manufacturing Programmer to operate and monitor robotic press brakes. 

WE OFFER A FULL BENEFITS PACKAGE FOR BENEFITS ELIGIBLE EMPLOYEES INCLUDING:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life (Voluntary and Employer Paid) and Disability Insurance
• 401(K) with company match beginning with your first contribution
• HSA and/or FSA, as applicable
• Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays
• Employee Car Discount Program

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Import Bill of Materials into automated software.
• Make programming adjustments in taught computer manufacturing software.
• Verify parts are manufacturable and being made correctly.
• Troubleshoot minor positioning errors or software glitches.
• Maintains a clean and safe work area, maintains and wears all required personal protective safety equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

• Frequent mobility and/or sitting, standing, bending or stooping for prolonged/extended periods. 
• Requires lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally.  
• Requires stretching to reach items up to 50 pounds. 
• Requires working in areas which are not ventilated or air-conditioned. 
• Requires eye-hand coordination sufficient to operate machinery.
• Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting, manual and finger dexterity.
• Requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours.
• Requires working in a fast-paced environment.
• Requires a normal range of hearing and vision.
• Must understand vague and implicit instructions and react favorably in all work situations. Must be able to communicate providing verbal feedback in a professional manner.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• High School diploma or equivalent. 
• Valid driver's license with good standing MVR.
• Prior experience in manufacturing machine operation or metal fabrication is a plus.
• Ability to utilize a computer with basic software skills.
• Knowledge in Google Sheets or Excel is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with constant demands and shifting of priorities.
• Superior communication skills, both written and oral.  
• Ability to successfully pass a General Abilities Assessment and Post-offer background check, physical and drug screening.