Manual Machinist at Microwave Techniques – Gorham, Maine

Microwave Techniques is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of high-power industrial microwave systems and RF technology. Our employees create and deliver state-of-the-art microwave systems, microwave generators, and RF circulators for Scientific, Food Processing, Semiconductor, Plasma, Industrial Heating and Industrial Drying applications. For over 40 years, we’ve supported the microwave industry by pioneering new technology and solutions for our clients across a range of demanding applications.

Our Components Division, located in Gorham, Maine is looking for an experienced Manual Machinist. The ideal candidate will have at least 3-5 years of manual machining experience.

What can you expect from us?

• A comprehensive employee benefits package effective day one, including health, dental, and vision insurance, company paid life, supplement life, company paid short and long-term disability insurance, AD&D critical illness and accident insurance.

• 401K plan with an employer match.

• Discretionary bonuses.

• Paid time off (PTO).

• 9 Paid holidays.

• Tuition reimbursement & training opportunities.

• Employee recognition program.

• Employee safety equipment/tool purchase program.

Schedule: Monday through Friday 6:00 am – 2:30 pm

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Experience with all machine shop operations to include:

o manual lathes, mills, Bridgeport’s

o prototrak/Centroid type controller

o manual machining

o set-up and fixturing for manual machines

o ability to optimize feeds and speeds for all machining operations

o maintain adjustment of machine(s) to produce consistent quality product

• Ensure conformance to specifications using precision instruments
• Measure, examine and test completed units to detect defects
• Effectively operate lathes, mills, drill presses, router, etc. (Including specialized production equipment after an instructional period).
• Read blueprints as required for manufacture and perform dimensional verification using appropriate measuring devices.
• Interpret specifications, blueprints, job orders, and company policies.
• Machine “one-of-a-kind” pieces from blueprints or sketches.
• Set up, adjust, and operate all of the basic machine tools and many specialized or advanced variation tools to perform precision machining operations.
• Set controls to regulate machining, or enter commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine control media.
• Listen to machines during operation in order to detect sounds such as those made by dull cutting tools or excessive vibration and adjust machines to compensate for problems.
• Measure dimensions of finished work pieces to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments, templates, and fixtures.
• Mount, install, align, and secure tools, attachments, fixtures, and work pieces on machines, using hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
• Lift work pieces to machines manually, or with hoists or cranes.
• Modify cutting programs to account for problems encountered during operation and save modified programs.
• Calculate machine speed and feed ratios, and the size and position of cuts.
• Insert control instructions into machine control units to start operation.
• Remove and replace dull cutting tools.
• Performs other related duties as required.

• Responsible for contributing to a safe work environment by operating machinery in its intended manner, notifying proper individuals of an unsafe machine or work area, adhering to and/or placing proper safety signage, if necessary, etc.
• Takes pride in work with a strong focus on quality ensuring machined parts meet the requirements of the work order throughout the entire run of the product.
• Informing colleagues of work developments that are important and/or interesting for continuity purposes.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch and loudness.
• The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
• The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears.
• The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distracting sounds.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods, technical plans, blueprints, drawings.
• Minimum of five years of trade experience OR graduation in machine trades from a vocational / technical institution or qualified apprenticeship program.
• Accepting ownership and accountability for one’s position responsibilities and as an employee of Microwave Techniques.
• High attention to details and accuracy.
• Work in a manner that is cognizant of deadlines and urgency.
• Sharing relative insight and input for continuous improvement and creating efficiencies on work related topics and workplace safety.
• Good organizational, planning and documentation skills, detail focused.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings, dimensions, tolerances, and surface finishes.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced deadline driven production environment.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations including converting fractions to decimal.
• Must be able to follow both oral and written instruction.
• Experience in woodworking are transferable skills.

Microwave Techniques is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, victim of domestic violence, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws. Consistent with the provisions of the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) and the Maine Human Rights Act, applicants may request accommodations needed to participate in the application process.