Manufacturing Technician

beehive-industries; Blue Ash (OH); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 54 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, Dental, Life Insurance

Short and Long-Term Disability

401(k) with company match

Equity in the company

Bonus eligible

Résumé du poste

Beehive Industries is seeking a detail-oriented Manufacturing Technician for our Machining Center of Excellence in Cincinnati, OH. This hands-on role focuses on preparing, cleaning, testing, and inspecting additive and machined metal parts both before and after machining operations.

The ideal candidate is self-driven, quality-focused, and eager to grow technical skills in a high-precision aerospace environment. First shift: 6am-3pm, Monday–Friday.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years in manufacturing, machining, aerospace, or hands-on technical roles.
• Comfort using hand tools and basic measurement devices (calipers, micrometers).
• Ability to read engineering drawings and follow instructions and quality requirements.
• Familiarity with MES systems and common software tools (MS Office, Smartsheets).
• Strong attention to cleanliness, FOD control, and process discipline.
• U.S. Citizenship required (ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance).

Responsabilités

• Perform waxing, dewaxing, cleaning, and surface preparation of metal parts pre- and post-machining.
• Conduct pressure and flow testing of parts to verify integrity and performance.
• Perform thorough FOD inspections and cleaning of parts before and after machining.
• Support removal, surface finishing, and dimensional checks of additive and conventional metal parts as needed.
• Operate and maintain post-processing and cleaning equipment, hand tools, and fixtures.
• Follow detailed work instructions, quality control procedures, and documentation requirements.
• Communicate tool, fixture, and consumable needs to support continuous operations.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area with FOD-free standards.
• Accurately document work performed and report any non-conformances.
• Adhere to safety protocols and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Connaissances

Attention to detail

Reading engineering drawings

Process discipline

Hand tools experience

Quality control mindset

Formation

High School Diploma

Outils

Calipers

Micrometers

MES systems

Microsoft Office

Smartsheets

Description du poste

Beehive Industries is dedicated to Powering American Defense by revolutionizing the design, development, and delivery of jet propulsion systems to support the warfighter. Through the integration of additive manufacturing, the company aims to meet the growing and urgent needs for unmanned aerial defense by dramatically improving a jet engine's speed to market, fuel efficiency, and cost.

Founded in 2020, the company is headquartered in Centennial, Colorado, with additional facilities in Knoxville, Tennessee, Loveland Ohio, and Mount Vernon, Ohio. Beehive is committed to grow and advance the defense industrial base while manufacturing exclusively in the USA. This role will be located at our Cincinnati, Ohio facility.

Role Overview

Beehive Industries is seeking a detail-oriented Manufacturing Technician to join our Machining Center of Excellence. This hands-on manufacturing role focuses on preparing, cleaning, testing, and inspecting additive and machined metal parts both before and after machining operations. The ideal candidate is self-driven, quality-focused, and eager to grow technical skills in a high-precision aerospace environment. This is a first shift position from 6am-3pm Monday-Friday.

What You’ll Do

• Perform waxing, dewaxing, cleaning, and surface preparation of metal parts prior to and after machining
• Conduct pressure and flow testing of parts to verify integrity and performance
• Perform thorough FOD (Foreign Object Debris) inspections and cleaning of parts pre- and post-machining
• Support removal, surface finishing, and dimensional checks of additive and conventional metal parts as needed
• Operate and maintain post-processing and cleaning equipment, hand tools, and related fixtures
• Follow detailed work instructions, quality control procedures, and documentation requirements
• Communicate tool, fixture, and consumable needs to support continuous operations
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and FOD-free standards in the work area
• Accurately document work performed and report any non-conformances
• Adhere to all safety protocols and actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives

You Have

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1+ years of experience in manufacturing, machining, aerospace, or hands-on technical roles
• Comfort using hand tools and basic measurement devices (calipers, micrometers, etc.)
• Ability to interpret basic engineering drawings, work instructions, and quality requirements
• Familiarity with MES systems and common computer tools (Microsoft Office, Smartsheets, etc.)
• Strong attention to detail, especially regarding cleanliness, FOD control, and process discipline
• U.S. Citizenship required (ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance)

Nice to Have

• Experience with metal additive manufacturing post-processing (wax/dewax, support removal, cleaning)
• Hands-on experience with pressure/flow testing or leak testing of aerospace components
• Prior work in aerospace production or high-reliability manufacturing environments
• Familiarity with aerospace quality and safety standards

Physical Requirements

These requirements reflect the typical physical demands of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Remain in a standing or sitting stationary position for 3-4 hours per day (1-2 hours at a time)
• Move about the work area 3-4 hours per day (1-2 hours at a time)
• Frequently lift or carry objects between 26-45 pounds
• Frequently push or pull objects between 26-45 pounds
• Frequently reach at or below shoulder level and occasionally reach overhead
• Frequently use hands and fingers to handle or operate objects, tools, or controls
• Occasionally bend, stoop, twist, crouch, kneel, or squat
• Frequently type on a keyboard
• Effectively communicate in person and via telephone or other electronic devices

Beehive Industries offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes group Medical, Dental, Life,and Short and Long-Term disability coverage from day one. We also offer a generous 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a Company match.Every role at Beehive Industries is bonus eligible and will also receive equity in the company.

Beehive Industries is committed to full compliance with applicable anti-discrimination laws. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We strive to create an inclusive work environment and will not discriminateon the basis ofrace, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.