Entry Level Manufacturing Jobs in Wichita, KS (NOW HIRING)

Looking for more than just a job?

At Carlson Hydraulics, we're looking for dependable, hardworking individuals who want to build a career—not just collect a paycheck.

This is an entry-level opportunity that offers room to grow. If you bring a great attitude, strong attendance, a willingness to learn, and a solid work ethic, you'll have opportunities to advance into higher-paying positions throughout our shop. Many of our team members have started in entry-level roles and grown into key positions within the company.

Automatic Saw Operator – Join the Team That Keeps Production Moving

The Saw Department is one of the most important areas in our operation. As an Automatic Saw Operator, you'll help produce the precision-cut components that go into the hydraulic cylinders we manufacture every day. Your work directly impacts the success of our customers and our team.

If you enjoy staying busy, learning new skills, and working in a team-oriented environment where your effort is recognized, this could be the perfect fit.

Why Carlson Hydraulics?

✅ Entry-level position with advancement opportunities

✅ Competitive pay and overtime opportunities

✅ Monday–Friday schedule

✅ Medical benefits and 401(k)

✅ Stable, growing manufacturing company

✅ Hands-on training and skill development

✅ Opportunities to move into other shop positions as you grow

✅ A team that values reliability, effort, and a positive attitude

What You'll Do

• Operate automatic saws, CNC saws, and bandsaws to cut material for hydraulic cylinder components.
• Read work orders and blueprints to ensure accurate cuts.
• Measure materials using tape measures, calipers, micrometers, and other precision tools.
• Perform deburring and quality checks on finished parts.
• Organize materials and maintain efficient workflow.
• Operate a forklift to move material throughout the shop.
• Run multiple saws while maintaining quality and production standards.
• Assist other departments when needed to help the team succeed.
• Work overtime when production demands require it.

What We're Looking For

• Strong work ethic and a positive attitude.
• Reliable attendance and willingness to learn.
• Mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Blueprint-reading experience is a plus but not required.
• Saw operation, manufacturing, or machine operation experience is preferred but we are willing to train the right candidate.
• Team players who take pride in their work and want to grow with the company.

Schedule

Current Production Schedule

• Monday–Friday
• 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• Consistent 10-hour shifts
• Overtime opportunities available

This Job Is For You If...

✔ You want a stable career with growth opportunities.

✔ You like staying active and productive throughout the day.

✔ You show up on time and take pride in your work.

✔ You want to learn new skills and advance within a company.

✔ You enjoy being part of a team that works hard and supports each other.

Build Your Future at Carlson Hydraulics

We're not just hiring for a position—we're investing in people who want to grow. If you're dependable, motivated, and ready to start a career with advancement opportunities, Carlson Hydraulics wants to meet you.

Apply today and take the first step toward a long-term career with a company that rewards hard work, dedication, and a positive attitude.

About Carlson Hydraulics & Midway Manufacturing
If you're looking for a place where your work matters, your ideas are valued, and your career can grow, Carlson Hydraulics is the place to be.
Carlson Hydraulics is part of Midway Manufacturing Inc., a family-owned Kansas company that has been designing and manufacturing hydraulic cylinders since 1975. For nearly 50 years, we've built our reputation on American-made quality, custom-built solutions, and a commitment to standing behind everything we produce. In 2018, Midway Manufacturing acquired Carlson Hydraulics, expanding our capabilities and strengthening our position as a trusted manufacturer of welded hydraulic cylinders.
What makes us different isn't just what we build—it's how we work.
We're a team of problem-solvers, builders, machinists, welders, engineers, and designers who take pride in creating custom hydraulic solutions for customers across a wide range of industries. No two days are exactly alike. New projects, new challenges, and new opportunities to learn keep the work interesting and rewarding.
As a growing company, we offer something many larger organizations cannot: the opportunity to make a real impact. Here, your contributions are visible, your successes are recognized, and your growth is limited only by your willingness to learn and take on new challenges. You'll work alongside experienced professionals in a supportive, close-knit environment where teamwork, accountability, and craftsmanship are valued.
Whether you're on the shop floor, in engineering, or supporting operations, you'll be part of a company that believes in investing in its people and promoting from within whenever possible.
At Carlson Hydraulics, you're not just building hydraulic cylinders—you're building a career with a company that's strong, growing, and committed to your success. Come join a team where your work matters from day one.