Process Operator - Dip/Benching

Frontgrade Technologies; Exeter (NH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401K Match

Paid Holidays & PTO

Paid Family Leave

Job summary

Frontgrade Technologies in Exeter, NH, is seeking a Process Operator III to troubleshoot production, maintain equipment, and review data to ensure product quality.

You will interpret blueprints, perform precise adjustments with height gauges, calipers, and fixtures, and document measurements while following safety and quality procedures. Strong mechanical aptitude and teamwork across production, quality, and engineering are essential.

Qualifications

• Three+ years of experience in the operator/mechanical role.
• Experience reading engineering drawings and GD&T requirements.
• Proficient with height gauges, calipers and precision fixtures.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on metal part processing.
• Experience handling aluminum/copper materials is a plus.
• Detail-oriented with focus on quality, accuracy and repeatability.
• Ability to document measurements and inspections per procedures.

Responsibilities

• Use height gauges, calipers, hammers, and precision fixtures to adjust aluminum and copper parts to blueprint‑defined tolerances.
• Interpret engineering drawings and quality specifications to determine dimensional requirements.
• Perform controlled mechanical adjustments to achieve precise fit, alignment, and form.
• Inspect parts to verify conformance with dimensional, visual, and quality standards.
• Handle and secure parts using approved tools and methods to prevent damage.
• Maintain an organized workstation and ensure tools and gauges are properly maintained.
• Accurately document measurements, adjustments, and inspection results per quality procedures.
• Follow all safety, quality, and environmental requirements.
• Communicate with quality, engineering, and production teams to support workflow and resolve issues.

Skills

Height gauges

Calipers

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

GD&T knowledge

Quality inspection

Tools

Precision fixtures

Job description

Job Description

The Process Operator III troubleshoots process problems during production. They also maintain production equipment and review data to ensure product quality.

Job Description

The Process Operator III troubleshoots process problems during production. They also maintain production equipment and review data to ensure product quality.

Responsibilities

Use height gauges, calipers, hammers, and precision fixtures to adjust aluminum and copper parts to blueprint‑defined tolerances.

• Interpret engineering drawings and quality specifications to determine dimensional requirements.
• Perform controlled mechanical adjustments to achieve precise fit, alignment, and form.
• Inspect parts to verify compliance with dimensional, visual, and quality standards.
• Handle and secure parts using approved tools and methods to prevent damage.
• Maintain an organized workstation and ensure tools and gauges are properly maintained.
• Accurately document measurements, adjustments, and inspection results per quality procedures.
• Follow all safety, quality, and environmental requirements.
• Communicate with quality, engineering, and production teams to support workflow and resolve issues.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in area of responsibility.
• Experience using precision measurement tools such as height gauges, calipers, and mechanical fixtures.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints, drawings, and GD&T requirements.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands‑on experience manipulating metal parts to tight tolerances.
• Experience working with aluminum and copper materials preferred.
• Detail‑oriented with a strong focus on quality, accuracy, and repeatability.
• Ability to perform visual and dimensional inspections to verify conformance to specifications.
• Comfortable documenting measurements and work performed per quality procedures.
• Understanding of shop safety practices and proper tool handling preferred.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with production, quality, and engineering teams.

About Frontgrade

At Frontgrade, we build mission‑critical electronics that perform without compromise in the world’s most demanding environments, from deep space to national defense. With decades of proven heritage, we deliver high‑reliability components, subsystems, and integrated solutions trusted when failure is not an option. But our strength is not just in what we build. It is in the people who make it possible. From engineers and product managers to sales teams, marketers, and skilled manufacturing professionals, every role plays a direct part in enabling missions that protect, explore, and connect our world. We move with purpose, collaborate across disciplines, and take pride in delivering solutions our customers rely on in the highest‑stakes environments. If you want your work, whatever your specialty, to contribute to something bigger, you will find your place at Frontgrade.

Why Work for Us

We believe mission success starts with taking care of our people. That’s why we offer competitive health, wealth, and wellbeing benefits from day one. You’ll also find real opportunities to learn, grow, and advance, whether you’re building technical expertise, leading teams, or expanding into new areas. Here, your growth is part of the mission.

Additional Information

This position may require access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by either ITAR or EAR U.S. export laws. As a condition of any job offer, in order to be employed in this position, you may need to obtain a U.S. Government export license(s), as required by law.

Other Benefits Include

• Immediate Medical (FSA and HSA), Dental, and Vision
• 401K Match with 100% immediate vesting
• 9X80 compressed work schedule for qualifying roles
• Career Opportunity and Growth
• Tuition Reimbursement/Student Loan Repayment
• Generous PTO and 11 paid Holidays per year (9 designated holidays and 2 floating holidays)
• 8 weeks of 100% Paid Family Leave