Machinist - Mill

Job Description

Job Description

Make Things That Matter

Machinist – Mill

Sign On Bonus: $2000.

$1000. after 90 days of employment

$1000. after 6 months of employment

Job Location:

Gorham, Maine

Environment:

Climate-Controlled Shop, Employee-Owned

Shift Schedule:

4x10s 6AM – 4PM, Monday-Thursday

Overtime:

Friday Half-Day Overtime Available

Education Level:

High School Diploma or Equivalent Required

Reports To:

Lathe and Mill Supervisors

Job Type / Status:

Fulltime, Non-exempt

Small Shop. Big Responsibility. Total Mastery.

In a shop our size, your signature is on everything we ship. You are the steward of your workstation. You have more opportunities to solve problems, more freedom to optimize your workflow, and the responsibility to deliver excellence. Here, you drive the setup process.

Howell Laboratories, Inc provides precision manufacturing of SUBSAFE defense articles.

SUBSAFE is the Navy’s premier quality assurance program, born from a commitment to ensure that every submarine—and the crew within it—return safety from the depths. It is the most rigorous safety and integrity standard in the maritime world, governing everything from the initial design to the final bolt.

When we say we are SUBSAFE compliant, we mean we carry the LEGACY forward in our work.

Howell Laboratories, Inc.is a 100% employee-owned (ESOP) engineering and manufacturing company based in Bridgton and Gorham, ME.

Why We Thrive

We are a community of owners, where we know each other .

We are designed for longevity and support careers.

We foster a culture of collaboration and want to support the next generation of machinists .

We all share in the growth and prosperity of the business.

Who Will Thrive Here:

A self-driven individual who thrives when given ownership of their projects.

An individual comfortable managing their own workflow from start to finish .

An individual that finds satisfaction in the details and takes in a quality finished product.

An individual that sees a “roadblock” as just a puzzle to be solved .

An individual who likes being part of a team-driven environment that values the exchange of skills and ideas.

What Makes You Fit:

Must be able to set up repeat jobs on our production machines which may include lathes, grinders, mills and similar equipment.

Specifically:

• Loading Programs
• Loading Cutting Tools
• Loading fixtures and vices
• Cutting or boring jaws

Must be able to apply mathematics and instruments to calculate dimensions and tolerances.

Must be able to read customer drawings and interpret the design intent and plan setup accordingly.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

Machine Set-Up following prints and specifications.

Inspect and measure your finished parts to ensure they meet the blueprint, identifying any setup-related issues before they become problems.

Maintain precise quality documentation, taking pride in the paperwork that proves your station is running at peak performance.

Maintain a safe and orderly production area.

Engage in a collaborative environment, that values the exchange of skills and ideas.

Physical Requirements:

Physical ability to operate machines

Prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, and stretching

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.