Assembly Commercial Trainee

Job Description

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 Assembly Trainee role is an entry level/trainee position. As a "Trainee" you will work under complete supervision. Provide assistance, learn to read and interpret manufacturing drawings (customer drawings/blue prints), learn to assemble fabricated parts, fittings, and/or subassemblies on parts using layout tools, hand tools, power tools, or fasteners, such as bolts, screws, rivets, rivnuts, helicoils, or clamps, commercial client specifications, the importance of safety awareness; as well as, company policies and expectations.  

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:

• Learn the use of safe working habits and clean work area (6S)
• Adhere and promote Athena Manufacturing Code of Values. 
• Learn and Identify Safety Hazards.
• Learn job skills, company policies and processes to do routine tasks.
• Operate safety equipment and use safe work habits.
• Maintain a safe and clean work area.
• Check equipment for proper operation, safety and or needed maintenance.
• Fit and fasten sheet metal coverings to surface areas or other sections.
• Operate cutting equipment.
• Cut industrial materials in preparation for fabrication or processing.
• Align parts or work pieces to ensure proper assembly
• Rotate through all the tasks required in a particular production process.
• Clean work pieces or finished products
• Perform other jobs or functions assigned by manager/supervisor.

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, and 
• a minimum of (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:

• Strength — (Very Heavy) Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Heavy Work.
• Movement- climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling
• Auditory- talking and hearing
• Vision-near acuity, far acuity, depth perception
• Environment conditions and physical surroundings-noise, vibration, atmospheric conditions

PREFERRED TOOLS AND TECHNOLOGY:

• Personal computers
• Comfortable with Technology, open to learning/coachable
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Warehouse and inventory systems (Made2Mange:M2M and SFM)
• Drills, Grinders, Wrenches, etc.

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!