Production Kitter Trainee

Fike Corporation; Blue Springs (MO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Three Weeks PTO + Holidays

Medical, Vision, Dental plans

401(k) with company match

Profit Sharing Bonus Program

Education Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

On-Site Fitness Center

Job summary

Fike Corporation is seeking a Production Kitter Trainee, Day shift, to join our Blue Springs, MO manufacturing team. This entry-level role focuses on staging materials, maintaining inventory, and learning across departments to prepare for long-term success within the company.

The position starts at $20/hour, with compensation based on experience. You will work in a hands-on, cross-functional training environment supporting multiple production areas and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Reading and following instructions and work orders.
• Must obtain forklift certification within 6 months of hire.
• Ability to operate basic machinery or tools with care.
• Proactive in housekeeping and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Pulls and kits work orders from BOM based on production schedule.
• Delivers materials to operators to ensure uninterrupted workflow.
• Assists with inventory management and basic cycle counts.
• Supports improvement and organization projects across the department.
• Participates in daily housekeeping and set-up of standardized processes.
• Records and reports missing parts to leadership and helps adjust work orders.

Skills

Mechanical dexterity

Attention to detail

Reading instructions

Positive attitude

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Forklift certification within 6 months of hire

Job description

Production Kitter Trainee, Day shift

Working at Fike:

Fike Corporation, a rapidly growing international manufacturer of pressure relief, explosion protection, fire suppression and detection equipment, has an opportunity for a Production Kitter Trainee, Day shift. Fike is a privately held business located in Blue Springs, MO with over 400 employees locally & over 1,200 employees worldwide.

At Fike, our people are our strength. In order to fulfill our greatest potential, we are committed to attracting, growing and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. Better, Together as oneFike!

Job Summary:

This position is an entry level position that will introduce individuals to the essential duties of a Production Kitter. The primary focus will be supporting production by staging materials, maintaining inventory, improving organization, and learning how to support multiple production areas. This is a hands‑on, cross-functional training role intended to build skills across departments and prepare the trainee for long-term success within the company.

Compensation: this position starts at $20/ hour and is based on the candidate's experience.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Pulls and kits work orders from Bill of material based on a production schedule set by supervision.
• Delivers materials to operators to ensure uninterrupted workflow.
• Assists with inventory management and basic cycle counts.
• Supports improvement and organization projects across the department.
• Participates in daily housekeeping, including cleaning, organizing, and put-away tasks.
• Learns to stage WIP and manage material flow between areas.
• Helps reorganize workspaces and assist in setting up standardized processes.
• Records and reports missing parts to leadership and help adjust work orders as needed.

Performs related duties as assigned. Regular and consistent attendance is required.

Essential Skills:

Subject Matter Exposure. Computer Literate. Inspecting and Examining Ability. Mechanical Dexterity. Mechanical Aptitude. Housekeeping. Adaptability. Positive Attitude.

Work Environment:

The employee is frequently exposed to guarded moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand. The employee frequently is required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk, sit, use hand to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds using appropriate moving devices. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Employee must be able to operate foot control while standing on one leg.

Job Qualifications:

Required:

High School Diploma or equivalent. Ability to read and follow instructions, and read work orders. Must be able to obtain a forklift certificate within 6 months of hire.

Preferred:

Experience in kitting, stockroom, or inventory work within a manufacturing environment.

At Fike, our people are our strength. In order to fulfill our greatest potential, we are committed to attracting, growing and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. Better, Together as oneFike! Plus, at Fike, we offer benefits and perks to help make you smile and feel like family.

• Three Weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays
• Medical Plans with FSA & HSA, Vision & Dental Plan
• Paid Life and Long-term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) Plan with Company Match Fully Vested on Day One!
• Profit Sharing Bonus Program
• Education Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-Site Fitness Center & Award Winning Wellness Program
• Reimbursement for Safety Shoes & Glasses
• Service awards & Recognition Program
• Company Picnic, Quarterly Events and Holiday Lunch
• Free Coffee/Tea, Lunch Utensils, Lunch Room Mini-mart, Free Parking

Fike is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.