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BUILD THE IRON THAT MOVES RAILROADS, MINES, AND INFRASTRUCTURE

If you take pride in excellent craftsmanship … if you like variety and solving problems … and you want to build equipment that works in the toughest environments on earth …

This is your place.

Dymax is a family-owned manufacturer in Wamego, Kansas, producing a wide range of heavy equipment attachments and rail vehicles. We’re looking for skilled individuals to help us make them.

WHAT MAKES DYMAX DIFFERENT?

  • Family-owned business for 5 generations, with products working on all 7 continents. (Yes, even Antarctica!) 
  • Build work you’ll be proud to put your name on.
  • Variety: you won’t build the same thing every day.
  • Competitive pay based on skill level.
  • Solid benefits, including a childcare assistance program.

“Everyone treats you with respect. Always lends a helping hand. The health care insurance is probably one of the lowest costs I’ve seen around Kansas, and one of the best. The childcare / dependent reimbursement is awesome if you have kids.”

– Chris A.

“It’s a laid-back, family atmosphere, but we still get our work done. We build a lot of interesting stuff. Pretty cool to see it come together and working in the real world.”

– Kenny G.

“I work with a lot of good guys. Stay busy. Get a lot of hours.”

– Wolf B.

“I like that I get to build new things every day. It’s very family-friendly.”

– Mauricio C.

“I have the creative space to learn how to be a craftsman.”

– Will D.

“I came to Dymax 10 years ago. I saw an opportunity for growth in this company. I get a variety of things to do. Keeps you from feeling stagnant.”

– Marty S.

CURRENT OPENINGS

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WELDER – HEAVY EQUIPMENT FABRICATION

WAMEGO, KS | FULL-TIME | IN PERSON
  • Weekday Shift: Full Time, Mon-Thurs, 10 hour shifts + OT available
  • Weekend Shift: Full Time, Fri-Sun, 10 hour shifts + OT available during week
    • +$2.50 weekend shift differential

What you’ll do:

  • MIG welding heavy structural steel (¼” to multi-inch plate)
  • Welding on fixtures, jigs, and complex assemblies
  • Reading real fabrication prints — not guesswork
  • Fitting, tacking, and burning in welds that must pass inspection
  • Building components that move up to 100 tons on rail or off-road
  • Working with a team that expects quality the first time.

The kind of welder we’re looking for:

  • You care about commitment to quality
  • Don’t hide bad welds
  • Can read prints and welding symbols
  • Show up on time
  • Respect safety
  • Take pride in what you build
  • Always learning and adapting

Experience in heavy equipment, ag, mining, structural steel, or rail fabrication is a major plus.

Requirements

  • MIG welding experience
  • Blueprint reading ability
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs
  • Strong work ethic
  • Commitment to safety
  • Certifications are great. Skill matters more.

Growth Opportunity

Strong welders don’t stay Level I forever here. If you’ve got the drive:

  • Advanced fabrication
  • Prototype & development work
  • Rail vehicle builds
  • Leadership opportunities

We promote from within.
Ready to Apply?

If you want a role where you’re building, solving problems, and improving your craft, we want to talk.

Apply today to build a career with Dymax in Wamego, KS. Fill out the form on this page, or email [email protected]

CNC Machinist & Fabricator – Weekend Shift

WAMEGO, KS | FULL-TIME | IN PERSON

  • Weekday Shift: Full Time, Mon-Thurs, 10-hour shifts + OT available
  • Weekend Shift: Full Time, Fri-Sun, 3×12 schedule. Paid for 40 hours +$2.50/hr shift differential
Responsibilities

  • Set up and operate CNC lathes, vertical mills, and horizontal mills to produce precision components.
  • Interpret engineering drawings, tolerances, GD&T, and work instructions.
  • Perform tool changes, offsets, and basic program edits to maintain quality and throughput.
  • Inspect in-process work to verify critical dimensions and conformance to specifications.

Qualifications

  • 2+ years CNC machining experience preferred
  • Experience with G-code and machine setup
  • Blueprint reading skills required
  • Manual machining experience a plus
  • Experience in heavy equipment or industrial manufacturing preferred

Why Join Dymax?

  • Your Skill Is Valued. We expect precision, clean setups, and first-time accuracy. If you can hold tight tolerances and solve machining challenges independently, you’ll fit well in a shop that holds a high standard.
  • High-Mix, Skilled Work. This isn’t repetitive production. Every job requires blueprint interpretation, real setup ability, and problem-solving. Your experience actually matters.
  • 90+ Year Company Building Serious Equipment. Family-owned since 1930. We build heavy attachments and rail systems used in mines, transit, and infrastructure jobs throughout the world.
  • Schedule & Benefits That Compete. 3-day weekend shift (paid for 40 + $2.50/hr premium), full benefits, and a Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DCFSA) $3750 value!

Detailed Benefits:

  • Health & Dental Insurance (Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas)
  • Vision Insurance (EyeMed)
  • Life, AD&D, Long- and Short-Term Disability (BCBS)
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Paid Vacation
  • Safety Point Program
  • Supplemental Hospital Indemnity & Cancer Plan (BCBS)
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DCFSA) $3750 value!
  • Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
  • Weekly Pay via Direct Deposit
  • Weekend Shift Differential

Ready to build a career — and products that matter?

Apply today and grow with Dymax in Wamego, KS! Fill out the form on this page or email [email protected]
APPLY NOW

BENEFITS

Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account – up to $4,500 tax-free benefit per year!

  • Health & dental insurance (Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas)
  • Vision insurance (EyeMed)
  • Life, AD&D, long- and short-term disability (BCBS)
  • Supplemental hospital indemnity & cancer plan (BCBS)
  • Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
  • Weekend shift differential
  • Weekly pay via direct deposit
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid vacation
  • Dependent Care FSA: Up to $4,500 tax-free benefit per year. (Most people use it for childcare + expenses.)
  • Safety Point Program: Earn points toward items such as boots, jackets, and tools when you demonstrate safe work practices.

APPLY TODAY

DYMAX EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION

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ADDRESS:

402 Miller Drive
PO Box 297
Wamego, Kansas, United States

Toll Free: 1-800-530-5407
Phone: 785-456-2081
Fax: 785-456-8328

Email: [email protected]

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