Location: Portland,ME, USA
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 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 Brazer in our Gorham, ME location.
The ideal candidate should be patient, open to challenges, and recognize that brazing requires both precision and a blend of science and art.
What will you do in this role?
· Brazes bonds together with components to assemble metal parts as specified by blueprint and work tickets
· Use problem solving skills in setting up work pieces, using fixtures, jigs, clamps, squares and vises
· Knowledge of different kinds of metal and their properties is essential
· Must have sufficient knowledge in reading complex drawings, blueprints and work tickets
· Ability to have a steady hand using hand torch and be mechanically inclined and knowledge of hand tools, measuring instruments and shop math
· Cleans joints of workpieces, using a wire brush or by dipping them into cleaning solution
· Selects torch tip, flux, and brazing alloy from data charts or work order
· Brushes flux onto joint of workpiece or dips braze rod into flux to prevent oxidation of metal
· Guides a torch and rod along joint or seam of workpiece to heat to brazing temperature and melt braze alloy to bond workpieces together
· Examines seams and re-brazes defective joints
· Melt and separate brazed joints, using hand torch or furnace, remove and straighten components, and re-braze joints to repair misaligned or damaged assemblies
· 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!
Requirements:
What do you need to be successful?
· A minimum of 2 years' previous experience but will train the right candidate
· Experience with brazing and/or welding techniques and materials preferred
· Knowledgeable of metalworking safety protocols
· Detail oriented, work independently, strong communication skills
· Mechanical aptitude of technical and functional terms, techniques, and processes
· Able to read and interpret blueprints
· Attention to detail with a focus on producing high quality components
· Initiative, proactive, positive, and willing to learn
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
The shift schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00am to 2:30pm. Personal protective equipment (PPE) of safety shoes and glasses are required on the production floor areas.
Microwave Techniques, located in the vibrant communities of Gorham, ME and Nashua, NH, offer robust areas rich with unique eateries, arts and culture venues, athletic organizations, and a great outdoors lifestyle. Whether you prefer the ocean, lakes, rivers, mountains, or all above, you will find a scenic environment to work and live.
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 prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.
Compensation details: 24-29 Hourly Wage
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