CNC Machinist - 1st Shift

Microwave Techniques, located in Gorham, ME and Nashua, NH, is not just another machine shop! We are skilled in the design and manufacturing of high-power RF industrial components and provide technical solutions for our clients on a global scale. Our employees create and deliver state-of-the-art products that make a difference by positively impacting the healthcare and sustainability industries (just to name a couple!). These RF components, made from Aluminum, Copper and Stainless Steel, allow Scientists and Engineers to create cutting edge medical and radar systems, including extreme high power or ultra-high vacuum RF devices.

Join a leader in the RF industry with over 30 years of experience and recent growth. Our size offers employees the opportunity to engage in multiple aspects of our business – you can build your skills and career with Microwave Techniques!

Microwave Techniques is searching for a CNC Machinist in our Gorham, Maine location!

What will you do in this role?

• Operate CNC machines by utilizing set up sheets, blueprints, and materials
• Set tool registers, offsets, and calculation requirement
• Verify settings by measuring first run parts, including checking samples
• Create parts in accordance with customers specific requirements
• Properly set up and calibrate the CNC machine for each project
• Be dedicated to focus on accuracy to produce quality parts
• Take responsibility and ownership of routine and CNC machine maintenance and proper recordkeeping of maintenance activities
• Workplace safety is a team effort and everyone's responsibility. Understand and support any workplace safety related policies and procedures. We value our employees and their health and wellbeing!

What do you need to be successful?

• A minimum of 5 years' experience operating CNC machines, including set up and machine troubleshooting
• Completion of a vocational program and/or Associates Degree in a related field preferred
• The ability to interpret and understand set up instructions, blueprints, and documents to meet client expectations
• Mechanical aptitude of technical and functional terms, techniques, and processes
• Attention to detail with a focus on producing high quality components
• Initiative and proactive, positive, and forward-thinking mindset

What can you expect from us?

• A comprehensive employee benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, life, supplement life, 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)
• Paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• An employee wellness program
• Training opportunities
• Employee recognition awards
• Employee lunches and parties
• Employee purchase program
• Safety shoe purchase program
• Safety glasses purchase program

Machinist will have their own tools to use in the workplace, including basic measuring and hand tools. The shift available in Gorham, ME is Monday through Friday, 6:00am to 2:30pm. Safety shoe glasses are required on the production floor.

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), applicants may request accommodations needed to participate in the application process.

Compensation details: 24-33 Hourly Wage

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