Logistics Assistant

Logistics Assistant

At Microwave Techniques, we don't just make components—we enable breakthroughs. With facilities in Gorham, ME, Nashua, NH, and Hamburg, Germany, we are a global leader in high-power RF technology. Our solutions drive progress in scientific research, high-energy physics, national labs, defense, medical, and industrial applications. For over 30 years, we've partnered with innovators worldwide to deliver state-of-the-art RF components that power particle accelerators, fusion research, and advanced radar systems.

Our Gorham, ME location is looking for a Logistics Assistant. This role will provide support across shipping, paint preparation, and non CDL delivery between Maine and New Hampshire.

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.

Key responsibilities:

• Assist with packaging, labeling, and staging outbound materials.
• Support receiving and inventory movement as needed.
• Prepare materials, equipment, and work areas for painting operations.
• Clean parts when necessary, mark and mask off areas of product, using tape and masking paper to protect surrounding areas when painted.
• Removes and disposes of tab and masking paper after the paint is dry.
• Touchup as needed and reassemble parts when necessary.
• Ensure accuracy and quality in every step of the process.
• Safely handle paint, paint related materials and hazardous waste properly.
• Properly disposes of paint, thinner, rags and masking paper.
• Maintain an organized and clean, safe workspace.
• Works closely with team to meet deadlines.
• Read and interpret blueprints to complete work per customers' orders.
• Interpret and understand blueprints and work orders to produce quality product.
• Brand the components by creating and affixing labels and stencils.
• Work in a safe manner following company procedures.
• High attention to detail ensuring a consistent quality product.
• Cross training with other departments to meet business needs.
• Prepare materials, equipment, and work areas for painting operations.
• Perform sanding, masking, cleaning, and surface prep.
• Maintain cleanliness and readiness of paint booths and tools.
• Operate forklift as needed.
• Transport items between our Nashua, NH and Gorham, ME locations as well as clients and vendors on an as needed basis. Usually limited to once per week.

Requirements and qualifications:

• Ability to work in a routine environment.
• Must be comfortable with hand tools and computers.
• Highschool diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs and perform physically active work.
• Previous experience in shipping and/or paint preparation preferred but not required.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable motor vehicle record.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow safety procedures.
• Willingness to cross-train and adapt to shifting priorities.
• Team-oriented, reliable, and proactive.
• Forklift certification or the willingness and ability to become forklift certified.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.

Work environment:

• Combination of shop floor, warehouse, and office settings.
• Exposure to noise, dust, paint materials, and machinery with appropriate PPE provided.
• On the road. Driving the company van between facilities is required 1x/week.

Schedule:

• Full time, 8:00am – 4:30pm, Mon - Fri. Limited flexibility required based on department needs.

Wage scale:

• $22.00 - $25.00/hr.

Equal Opportunity & Accessibility

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 under local, state, or federal laws. Consistent with the ADA, applicants may request accommodations needed to participate in the application process.