Experienced Night Machinist

Howell Laboratories, Inc.Gorham, ME

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Overview

Schedule

Alternate-schedule

Full-time

Education

Engineering (PE)

Career level

Senior-level

Remote

On-site

Benefits

401k Matching/Retirement Savings

Job Description

Quiet Shop. More Independence.

Experienced Night Machinist

Why It Works:

We run a lean, capable team built on mutual trust. You'll work alongside a quiet, dependable crew who collaborate when needed-giving you the perfect balance of team support and individual freedom.

We are 100% employee-owned, offering you, dual-track retirement benefits. Build real wealth through a company-funded stock plan on top of your standard 401(k), giving you double the leverage for your retirement goals.

Mid-career is the ultimate time to join an ESOP: You've got the experience to drive company growth, and enough time left on the clock to compound your retirement nest egg.

Never choose between a great manufacturing career and daytime priorities, like family, school, or personal projects. Our consistent night schedule gives you the predictable routine needed to easily manage daytime commitments.

Our Shop:

Climate-Controlled Shop.
Smaller Shop with greater responsibility and impact.
We are Clean Shop.
Never the same twice. Our job mix is always evolving, so you'll constantly be setting up and proving out new parts.
Overtime Available. Our shift schedule is 3:30m. - 2:00 a.m., Monday-Thursday, Friday is available for overtime.
Make Things That Matter. When you make a part here, you know it's heading somewhere, it actually matters-and that the sailors relying on it can trust your work completely.

Our Company:

We are a 100% employee-owned engineering and manufacturing company providing 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 safely from the depths.

Howell Laboratories, Inc and its divisions, ODAT Machine, GDL Powder Coating and Howell CleanTech run as one unified team-working together to push the business forward and build real, shared wealth for every employee-owner.

Sign On Bonus: $4000.

$2000. after 90 days of employment

$2000. after 6 months of employment

Job Location: Gorham, Maine

Shift Differential: 10%

Education Level: High School Diploma or Equivalent Required

Responsibilities:

Perform intricate, first-article machine configurations and modify CNC code directly on the floor for ODAT jobs.
Interpret advanced Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) maps to secure exact part conformance.
Provide technical setup support and mentoring to junior operators inside the ODAT division.
Partner with ODAT division engineers to improve machining paths and reduce material scrap rates.

Qualifications:

Journeyman status or equivalent technical engineering degree.
Preferred but not required: 7+ years of advanced CNC precision machining experience.
Expert mastery of GD&T rules and advanced multi-axis machining applications.

Key Competencies:

Autonomy, advanced troubleshooting, peer mentorship, and precision compliance.

Physical Requirements:

Standing for up to 10 hours; lifting work-holding setups and heavy metal stock up to 50 lbs.

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What is the work location for this position at Howell Laboratories, Inc.?

This job at Howell Laboratories, Inc. is located in Gorham, ME, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

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What employment applies to this position at Howell Laboratories, Inc.?

Howell Laboratories, Inc. lists this position under the following employment categories:

Alternate-schedule
Full-time

What experience level is required for this role at Howell Laboratories, Inc.?

Howell Laboratories, Inc. is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.

What education level is required for this job?

The education requirement for this position is Engineering (PE). Candidates with relevant qualifications or equivalent experience may also be considered.

What benefits are offered by Howell Laboratories, Inc. for this role?

Howell Laboratories, Inc. offers 401k Matching/Retirement Savings for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.

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