Machinist - Mill

Howell Laboratories Inc•Gorham, ME

11d•Onsite

About The Position

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

Requirements

Must be able to set up repeat jobs on our production machines which may include lathes, grinders, mills and similar equipment.
Loading Programs
Loading Cutting Tools
Loading fixtures and vices
Cutting or boring jaws
Must be able to apply mathematics and calculations to determine dimensions and tolerances.
Must be able to read customer drawings and interpret the design intent and plan setup accordingly.

Nice To Haves

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.

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.