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Manual Machinist

Microwave Techniques
Portland, ME Full Time
POSTED ON 2/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/21/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Microwave Techniques is a local company and global leader in the design and manufacturing of high-power industrial microwave systems. With over 40 years in the industry, creating and delivering state-of-the-art microwave systems for Scientific, Food Processing, Semiconductor, Plasma, Industrial Heating, and Industrial Drying applications.

We are looking to add a Manual Machinist to our team. If you are mechanically inclined, have previous experience operating manual machinery, able to understand engineering drawings, looking to make a career move, start a career or join a great group of people, we would like to speak with you!

Essential Functions :

  • Set-up equipment to produce machined parts, including tooling, prototypes, and production ready parts.
  • Machining materials using manual lathes, drill presses, vertical and horizontal band saws, Proto Trak CNC Milling Machines as well as various hand tools.
  • Read and interpret engineering drawings and machining notes to determine dimensions, tolerances, finish type, sequence of operations, set up, etc.
  • Selection of tools appropriate for specific jobs / products.
  • Clean and maintain manual machines.
  • Team oriented, communication driven, succeeds in the details and dependable.

Experience and Requirements :

  • Ability to work in a deadline driven production environment.
  • Good organizational, planning and documentation skills, detail focused.
  • Ability to read and understand engineering drawings, dimensions, tolerances, and surface finishes.
  • Proficient in the operation of manual machine shop equipment, including but not limited to Bridgeport machines, manual lathes, drill presses, Proto Trak type machines, etc.
  • Ability to perform mathematical calculations including converting fractions to decimal.
  • Proficient in the use of calipers, micrometers and visual comparators, height gauges to evaluate drawing dimensions.
  • Must be able to follow both oral and written instruction.
  • 3-5 years manual machine shop experience a plus.
  • Willingness to work as part of a team.
  • Benefits :
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
  • 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!

    This position is Monday through Friday 6 : 00 am – 2 : 30 pm.

    Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required and supplied by Microwave Techniques, including a safety shoe and safety glasses reimbursement program.

    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.

    This job does not have VISA sponsorship available.

    Requirements :

    Compensation details : 28-35 Hourly Wage

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