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Machinist

KENNEBEC TECHNOLOGIES
Augusta, ME Full Time
POSTED ON 8/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/16/2027

Currently Hiring Mill & Lathe Machinists – All Shifts - Hiring Bonus up to $5,000 based on years of work experience.


Kennebec Technologies has immediate openings!

At Kennebec Technologies you will be working with the newest, most sophisticated technologies and systems in a great work environment with comprehensive benefits. Ready to grow your career? Submit your resume on www.Indeed.com or go to www.kennebec.com for an application.


Summary of Position and Responsibilities:

Responsible for running jobs complete; from setup thru 1st piece inspection, in-process inspection and job tear down. Including; able to follow setup and tool sheets for set ups, uploading and downloading of CNC


Programs, accurately machining product, documenting inspection sheets, maintaining cleanliness in work area, accurately accounting for all job time through data collection stations, conforming to KT Safety and 5S standards and produce parts to expected quality standards.


Overtime opportunities are available.


Qualifications of Candidate:

  • Demonstrated experience with CNC machining. Machine programming a plus.
  • Education Requirements: 2-year Machine Tool Technology degree, Machinist Apprenticeship
  • ITAR U.S. Person; U.S. citizens, Lawful permanent residents of the United States (green card holders), or Protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), such as refugees or asylees.

Program or related experience (OTJ Training)

  • Experience Requirements: Experience with Lathes, Roughing and Finishing operations as they relate to producing a manufactured part through machining.
  • Team player able to work across departments, collaborating with Manufacturing Engineers and

Quality Control on job quality, improvement and development.

  • Blueprint Reading, GDT and Inspection Skills a strong plus.
  • Ability to lift 50lbs.
  • Demonstrate basic working knowledge of inspection methodologies.
  • Able to apply knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, sequencing, metal properties, layout, tolerances and machining procedures.


Benefits:

Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), health, dental, vision, life, weekly indemnity, 401(k) with match, paid time off & holidays, and a generous shift differential.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:


  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Profit sharing
  • Referral program
  • Relocation assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance


Education:


  • Associate (Preferred)


Experience:


  • CNC: 5 years (Preferred)


Ability to Relocate:


  • Augusta, ME 04330: Relocate before starting work (Required)


Work Location: In person

Salary : $5,000

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