Entry Level Machine Shop Jobs in Missouri (NOW HIRING)

Description

Location: Grandview, MO
Employment Type: Full-Time

*This position is part of a career progression framework. Not all levels may be available at this time; level placement will be discussed during the interview process. 

Pay Range per level:

Level II Starting Rate:  $17.93 

Level III Starting Rate:  $19.52

*Sam, our AI recruiter, will contact you by phone or text within 24 hours of applying, giving you an opportunity to showcase your skills and experience for the role.

We are seeking Flexible Assemblers at multiple levels (I-IV) to support our production operations in Grandview, MO. This role offers a clear progression path from entry-level assembly to advanced technical and leadership responsibilities.

If you enjoy hands-on work, mechanical assembly, and being part of a collaborative manufacturing team, we encourage you to apply.

• Clear career progression opportunities 
• Hands-on technical work 
• Team-oriented manufacturing environment 
• Transparent and equitable pay practices

 Benefits & Perks

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Competitive PTO accrual, plus floating holiday and paid volunteer time
• Tuition Reimbursement

• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment. 
• Follow shop safety procedures and use required safety equipment. 
• Work from engineering prints, specifications, samples, or written/verbal instructions. 
• Record production and quality information accurately. 
• Meet established production, quality, and scheduling standards.
   

Skilled Assembly & Production Operations

• Perform bench assembly of mechanical and electro-mechanical products using hand tools, soldering equipment, test equipment, and shop machinery (turning, milling, drilling, threading, shearing, spot welding, pressing). 
• Assemble products to customer and company specifications in individual or production-run quantities. 
• Read and interpret engineering prints. 
• Perform measurement inspections using calipers, micrometers, thread gages, and plug gages. 
• Conduct product calibrations using standardized instruments (flow meters, pressure gages, volt/ohm meters, calibration stands).
• Assist in sub-assemblies, inspection, warehouse, machining, cleaning, testing, and packing operations. 
• Perform basic computer data entry and simple chart/graph analysis for productivity and quality tracking. 
• Care for and maintain tools, fixtures, and measuring equipment. 

Focus: Increased independence, technical proficiency, and quality accountability.

Advanced Assembly, Calibration & Quality Assurance

• Perform complex mechanical and electro-mechanical assembly operations. 
• Conduct advanced calibrations and ensure products meet established performance standards. 
• Perform all final tests and inspections to ensure compliance with quality requirements. 
• Work independently from written or verbal instructions with minimal supervision. 
• Exercise judgment in resolving assembly or quality issues. 
• Cross-train and assist co-workers across assembly, machining, inspection, and testing functions. 
• Support continuous improvement efforts through data tracking and performance analysis. 

Focus: Technical expertise, final product accountability, mentoring, and quality ownership.

• Cycle time variation 
• Scheduled operation time 
• Finished goods quality 
• Supplier on-time delivery 
• Production schedule visibility
   

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required (preferred for Levels III-IV). 
• Some college or equivalent experience desired for Level IV.
   

Level II

• Experience in assembly and/or machining operations. 
• Ability to read engineering prints. 
• Experience using hand tools and inspection equipment.
   

Level III

• Advanced knowledge of assembly, machining, and quality assurance. 
• Ability to work independently and follow complex instructions. 
• Experience performing calibrations and final inspections.
  

• Prolonged standing 
• Reaching above shoulders 
• Walking throughout facility 
• Repetitive wrist motion 
• Hand/foot control operation 
• Lifting/carrying up to 10 pounds
   

We believe in transparent and equitable pay. All U.S. job postings include a good faith salary range based on role, location, experience, and internal equity. We are happy to discuss compensation openly throughout the hiring process.

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