Fabrication Department - Multiple Opportunities
Company: Buck Knives Inc
Role summary
Fabrication Department - Multiple Opportunities is a role at Buck Knives Inc in Post Falls, Idaho, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-09-04. Experience level: 0-2. No degree required.
- Job title
- Fabrication Department - Multiple Opportunities
- Company
- Buck Knives Inc
- Location
- Post Falls, Idaho, United States
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Category
- Software Engineering
- Experience level
- 0-2
- Degree required
- No
- Date posted
- 2026-09-04
Buck Knives is looking for enthusiastic individuals to join their fabrication department, offering multiple opportunities with no degree required. This is a fantastic chance to get your foot in the door at a well-respected company and learn valuable hands-on skills. They offer competitive pay and a clear path for growth within the organization.
Job description
Description
Buck Knives is hiring multiple team members for our Fabrication Department at our manufacturing facility in Post Falls, Idaho.
For generations, Buck Knives has built a reputation for quality, craftsmanship, and American manufacturing. Our Fabrication team plays an important role in that process, helping transform raw materials and components into the knives our customers know and trust.
Whether you have manufacturing experience or are looking for an opportunity to learn a new skill, we are looking for dependable, hardworking individuals who take pride in doing quality work.
PAY RATE
Starting pay rate for the following positions is $18.00 per hour.
CURRENT OPENINGS
Day Shift
Heat Treat Operator
Tumble Operator
Swing Shift
Laser Etch Operator
Prep Operator
Weekend Day Shift
Tumble Operator
POSITION OVERVIEWS
Heat Treat Operator
The Heat Treat Operator supports the heat-treating process used to achieve the required hardness and performance characteristics of our blades and components.
Primary Responsibilities:
Operate heat treat equipment and related machinery
Load and unload blades and components
Follow established heat treatment processes and work instructions
Monitor equipment and process conditions
Perform basic quality checks and identify potential defects
Maintain accurate production records as required
Follow all safety procedures, including requirements for working around hot materials and equipment
Maintain a clean and organized work area
Tumble Operator
The Tumble Operator operates equipment used to clean, finish, deburr, and prepare blades and components for the next stage of manufacturing.
Primary Responsibilities:
Load and unload tumbling and finishing equipment
Operate machinery according to established processes
Inspect blades and components for quality and proper finish
Separate and organize completed parts
Monitor equipment during operation
Follow production schedules and work instructions
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area
Laser Etch Operator
The Laser Etch Operator uses laser equipment to apply logos, markings, identification, and other required information to blades and components.
Primary Responsibilities:
Set up and operate laser etching equipment
Position blades and components correctly for marking
Select and verify appropriate programs and work instructions
Inspect finished markings for placement, clarity, and quality
Identify and report defects or equipment concerns
Accurately track production
Handle finished products carefully to prevent damage
Maintain a clean and organized work area
Prep Operator
The Prep Operator prepares blades, components, and other parts for the assembly process. This position is an important link between Fabrication and Assembly and helps ensure components meet quality standards before moving forward in production.
Primary Responsibilities:
Prepare blades and components for assembly
Clean, inspect, sort, and organize parts
Perform required finishing or preparation processes
Identify defects or components that do not meet quality standards
Follow work instructions and production requirements
Maintain proper material flow to support Assembly
Safely use hand tools, equipment, and machinery as required
Maintain a clean and organized work area
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
Successful candidates will:
Be dependable and maintain regular attendance
Be willing to learn new manufacturing processes
Take pride in producing quality work
Follow established safety procedures and work instructions
Be comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Have strong attention to detail
Work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Be able to perform repetitive tasks while maintaining quality standards
Be willing to cross-train and assist in other areas when needed
Previous manufacturing or machine operation experience is helpful, but not required for all positions. We are willing to train candidates who demonstrate reliability, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn.
READY TO JOIN THE BUCK KNIVES TEAM?
Apply today and let us know which position and shift you are most interested in.
Requirements
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Depending on the position, employees may be required to:
Stand for extended periods of time up to 10 Hours Per Day
Frequently use hands and arms to handle materials and components
Perform repetitive motions
Bend, reach, push, pull, and lift throughout the shift
Lift and move materials, up to 50 lbs, within the requirements of the assigned position
Work around manufacturing machinery, noise, heat, oils, compounds, and other materials commonly found in a production environment
Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
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