Copy of Utility Worker in Portland, ME, Maine at Microwave Techniques LLC

Utility Worker

Microwave Techniques Components Division, located in Gorham, Maine is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of high-power microwave components. Our employees create and deliver state-of-the-art products for Scientific, Semiconductor, Plasma, Industrial Heating, High Energy Physics, Broadcast, Radar and Medical 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.

Join a small and growing company with rapidly expanding opportunities. Our size offers employees the opportunity to engage in multiple aspects of our business – you can build your skills and career with Microwave Techniques!

Position Summary

This role supports the machining and manufacture of precision high-end products by performing a variety of manual tasks associated in the production of best-in-class solutions for customers in numerous different industries.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Deburring, sanding, and blending and polishing parts using hand tools, air and power tools.
• Lapping flange faces flat
• Tumble parts
• Sandblast parts using a cabinet sandblaster
• Use tank farm in cleaning parts for secondary operation and prior to assembly and paint
• Apply surface finishes to aluminum, brass, copper and stainless steel.
• Clean and wash parts
• Some light assembly
• Maintain tools used and work area is in a clean and orderly condition.
• Able to manage multiple projects and activities concurrently to achieve desired outcomes.
• Has high attention to detail

Work Expectations

• 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
• Supports multiple areas of production in a fast paced environment
• Accepting ownership and accountability for one’s position responsibilities and as an employee of Microwave Techniques
• Communicate effectively with coworkers and leadership

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to sit, stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Performs activities requiring sustained concentration, and visual acuity.

The shift in Gorham, Maine is Monday through Friday 6am – 2:30pm.

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, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.