CNC Machinist — Hands-On Operator with Great Benefits

Fike Corporation; Blue Springs (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & Holidays

Medical + Vision + Dental

Life and Disability Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Profit Sharing

Education Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

On-Site Fitness Center

Safety Shoes & Glasses Reimbursement

Awards & Recognition Programs

Company Events & Lunches

Free Parking & Coffee

Job summary

Fike Corporation in Blue Springs, MO is seeking a Machinist 1 to perform routine tasks including cleaning machines, deburring parts, and operating NC/CNC equipment. The role requires forklift certification within 6 months and adherence to safety and ISO9001 standards.

You will handle material delivery, setup on machines, and in-process inspections, while maintaining a clean work area and accurate documentation in our systems.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and basic math and reading skills.
• 6+ months of Vo-Tech, manufacturing, or mechanical exposure.
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow instructions, work orders, and engineered drawings.
• Exposure to using hand tools and measuring tools (calipers and gauges).
• Basic mathematical and computer skills.
• Demonstrated ability to perform Trainee duties.

Responsibilities

• Operates saws and delivers material to operators as needed.
• Operates lift devices (chain hoists, pallet jacks, forklifts).
• Keeps the material area clean and provides assistance with cycle count needs.
• Conducts in-process inspection.
• Prepares/enters/completes work order reporting, transactions, documentation, and non-conformances in applicable software and computer systems.
• Adheres to safety practices, 6S, and follows Fike policies and ISO9001.
• Must be able to pass the forklift certificate within 6 months of hire.
• Performs set up on at least one machine.
• Able to set up and run 50% of the product on the primary machine.
• Able to observe machine operation to detect malfunctions or out of tolerance machining.

Skills

Subject Matter Understanding

Computer Literate

Inspecting/Examining

Mechanical Dexterity

Machining Aptitude

Housekeeping

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Vo-Tech training

Tools

Calipers

Gauges

Job description

Fike Corporation in Blue Springs, MO is seeking a Machinist 1 to perform routine tasks including cleaning machines, deburring parts, and operating NC/CNC equipment. The role requires forklift certification within 6 months and adherence to safety and ISO9001 standards.

You will handle material delivery, setup on machines, and in-process inspections, while maintaining a clean work area and accurate documentation in our systems.