CNC Machinist Lathe Trainee - 2nd Shift

Athena Manufacturing; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety glasses provided

Safety shoes provided

Job summary

Athena Manufacturing, LP is a career-minded company that cares about our employees and their success. We invest in all employees by providing the training and skills they need to not only be successful in their occupation but also the opportunity to grow and advance within the company.

The CNC Machinist, Lathe – Trainee is an entry level role working under complete supervision to learn manual machine operation, in-process inspection, and safety awareness.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Two years of consistent working experience; related experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate safety equipment and maintain safe work habits.
• Keep a clean and safe work area.
• Learn to set up and operate a lathe machine.
• Conduct basic in-process inspections.
• Calculate simple dimensions of work pieces.

Skills

Safety awareness

Machine setup

Lathe operation

In-process inspection

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Made2Manage (M2M/SFM)

Warehouse systems

Job description

Description

Athena Manufacturing, LP is a career-minded company that cares about our employees and their success. We invest in all employees by providing the training and skills they need to not only be successful in their occupation but also the opportunity to grow and advance within the company.

Overview: The CNC Machinist, Lathe - Trainee is an entry level/trainee position. As a "Trainee" you will work under complete supervision. You will provide assistance, learn to manually operate various machines, in process inspections, and the importance of safety awareness.

Key Responsibilities: (include but not limited to): Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, include and are not limited to the following:

• Operate safety equipment and use safe work habits.
• Maintain a safe and clean work area.
• Select appropriate tools and materials used in production per set up.
• Learn to properly set up a lathe machine.
• Learn to safely and properly operate a lathe or turning machine.
• Calculate dimensions of work pieces, products, or equipment.
• Properly dispose of scrap or waste material in accordance with company policies and environmental regulations.
• Perform other jobs or functions assigned by manager/supervisor.

Requirements

Qualifications: Minimum Preferred Qualifications, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, include and are not limited to the following:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• (2) years of consistent working experience. Related experience a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Essential physical requirements pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, include and are not limited to the following:

• Arm-Hand Steadiness- The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
• Finger Dexterity- The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
• Manual Dexterity — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
• Multilimb Coordination- The ability to coordinate two or more limbs while sitting, standing, or lying down.
• Near Vision- The ability to see details at close range.
• Control Precision- The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine to exact positions.
• Reaction Time- The ability to quickly respond.
• Rate Control- The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in anticipation of changes in the speed and/or direction of a moving object or scene.
• Trunk Strength- The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without 'giving out' or fatiguing.
• Ability to continuously lift 50+ lbs in an 8 hour shift and higher with assistance.
• Written Comprehension — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.

PREFERRED TOOLS AND TECHNOLOGY:

• Personal computers
• Comfortable with Technology, open to learning/coachable
• Made2Mange (M2M and SFM)
• Warehouse and Inventory Systems

REQUIRED WORK CLOTHING AND PPE: Attire should not interfere with job performance or safety.

• Attire should not interfere with job performance or safety.
• Safety glasses are provided by Athena
• Closed toe safety shoes are required

Athena Manufacturing supports commercial, aerospace, and government customers and is committed to maintaining compliance with applicable information security, export control, and government contract requirements, including the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program.

Certain roles may require access to controlled information, systems, or programs that are subject to U.S. government regulations, including export control requirements. As a result, access to specific work, systems, or data may be restricted to individuals who meet applicable regulatory eligibility requirements, including U.S. Person requirements as defined by federal regulations. Eligibility for such access will be determined prior to assignment and may be re-evaluated as business or regulatory needs change.

At Athena Manufacturing, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of continuous improvement through the principles of 2 Second Lean. This approach encourages all team members to identify and implement small, daily improvements that streamline processes, reduce waste, and enhance overall efficiency. We believe that by empowering our employees to take ownership of their workspaces and share their ideas, we can drive innovation, increase productivity, and create a more enjoyable work environment for everyone. Join us as we strive to improve every day, 2 seconds at a time!