Aerospace CNC Lathe Machinist – Entry Level, Equity

Beehive Industries; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Life insurance

Short and long-term disability

401(k) with company match

Equity in the company

Job summary

Beehive Industries in Knoxville, TN seeks a CNC Lathe Machinist to support material testing in an aerospace manufacturing environment. You will operate a lathe, prepare material specimens, and follow established procedures with close collaboration with engineering and quality teams.

No CNC programming is required at this time; training will be provided on equipment, processes, and procedures used to ensure consistency and safety.

Qualifications

• 0–1 years of CNC machining or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Exposure to CNC mills, lathes, or machine shop environments through school, training, military, or entry-level work.
• Exposure to blueprint reading or basic inspection concepts a plus.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing or machining concepts with willingness to learn.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and work procedures.
• Basic awareness of safety practices in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to develop quality-focused work habits.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate a lathe to perform basic machining operations on material specimens used for tensile testing.
• Apply foundational machining knowledge and practices to prepare specimens according to established requirements.
• Follow work instructions and established procedures to ensure specimens are prepared consistently and accurately.
• Load, secure, and remove material from the lathe while following proper operating and safety procedures.
• Use basic measurement tools, such as calipers and micrometers, to verify specimen dimensions.
• Inspect completed specimens for visible defects and ensure they meet established requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of specimen preparation and testing activities.
• Perform routine equipment upkeep and maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Work closely with engineering and quality team members to support material testing activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Detail oriented

Teamwork

Communication

Ability to follow procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CNC Mills

CNC Lathes

CAD/CAM software (SolidCAM, Mastercam, NX PowerMill)

Job description

Beehive Industries in Knoxville, TN seeks a CNC Lathe Machinist to support material testing in an aerospace manufacturing environment. You will operate a lathe, prepare material specimens, and follow established procedures with close collaboration with engineering and quality teams.

No CNC programming is required at this time; training will be provided on equipment, processes, and procedures used to ensure consistency and safety.