1st Shift Manual Machinist

Dover-Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Dover Precision Components, a Dover Corporation unit, is seeking a 1st Shift Manual Machinist in Houston. You will read process sheets, blueprints, and sketches to determine machining, select tooling, and set up machines for precise metal work.

The role requires capability to calculate feeds and speeds and verify measurements, with lean principles applied to improve throughput. The position offers a 6:00 am to 2:30 pm schedule, potential discretionary bonus, and a path for skilled growth within

Qualifications

• One year certificate from college or technical school, or three to six months related experience
• Proven ability to hold tight machining tolerances (< 0.001 in)
• Experience with precision inspection equipment is preferred

Responsibilities

• Read, process sheets, blueprints and sketches to determine machining and setup requirements
• Identify, select and install proper tooling for operations
• Calculate feeds and speeds for different steels and metals
• Set up measuring equipment and verify calibration
• Maintain lean manufacturing principles to reduce setup times and improve productivity

Skills

Manual machining

Reading blueprints

Read process sheets

Tooling selection

Feeds and speeds calculation

Measuring equipment setup

Precision tolerance control

Education

One year certificate from college or technical school

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Height gauges

Bore gauges

Job description

DOVER PRECISION COMPONENTS:Dover Precision Components ‘DPC’ (‘the Company’) is part of Dover Corporation’s (‘the Parent Company’) Pumps and Process solutions segment. DPC holds market leading positions globally and delivers performance-critical solutions across the oil & gas, power generation, marine, industrial, chemical and general processing markets. We design and manufacture mission-critical equipment components to deliver more affordable, cleaner energy solutions and enable manufacturers to operate more efficiently.WE DELIVER CUSTOMER SUCCESSDover Precision Components delivers products and services that enhance performance, improve safety, reduce carbon emissions, and accelerate clean energy adoption, through collaborative customer relationships, expert engineering, and an innovative culture. Our strong Company portfolio is comprised of long products and services offered under Cook Compression, Cook Mechanical Field Services, Waukesha Bearings, Waukesha Magnetic Bearings, Inpro/Seal, Bearings Plus, and FW Murphy Production Controls. Our global footprint reaches more than twelve locations in the Americas and more than six locations in Europe and China.BUILDING POTENTIAL. SUSTAINING PERFORMANCE. BOOSTING FUTURES.We are diligent in recognizing our employees’ needs and providing an enriching experience through professional developmental opportunities. Our authentic, collaborative company culture, combined with a competitive suite of health and welfare offerings, emulates who we are. We are Dover Precision Components, #LifeAtDPCThe 1st Shift Manual Machinis t will set up and operate manual machines, primarily lathe machines , to perform machining operations by performing the following duties.The hours for this shift are: 6:00 am - 2:30 pm M-F.Responsibilities:Read, process sheets, blueprints, and sketches of part to determine machining to be done, dimensional specifications, set up, and operating requirements.Identify, select and install proper tooling for operations being performed.Calculate proper feeds and speeds for a variety of steel grades, copper, brass, aluminum and bronzeIntuitively understand capabilities of tooling and machinery.Understand applicable quality systems and perform necessary quality inspections.Apply principles of Lean Manufacturing to reduced setup times and improve productivity.Employee must be able to set up all necessary measuring equipment and routinely check the calibration of the equipment while measuring.Minimum required qualifications:Prior experience with precision inspection equipment including, but not limited to, micrometers, calipers, height gauges, bore gaugesOne year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Prior experience with precision inspection equipment including, but not limited to, micrometers, calipers, height gauges, bore gaugesProven ability to hold tight machining tolerances of less than .001”The ideal candidate possesses the following experience, skills, and abilities:The employee is regularly required to stand and talk or hearOccasionally required to walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and taste or smellmust frequently lift and/or move up to 50 poundsSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Material Hazards:Regularly exposed to moving mechanical partsOccasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibrationThe noise level in the work environment is usually loud.*Note: This Job Description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by the Supervisor. All requirements are subject to change and updates. In this role you will be working with various machinery an metalworking materials in a machine shop environment including but not limited to: cutting fluids, lubricants, and metal shavings. You will be required to wear appropriate PPE such as safety glasses, steel toe boots, hearing protection, gloves, and adhere to all safety proceduresThis position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.Fraudulent Recruiting Disclaimer: Dover Corporation and our affiliated operating companies want to alert applicants to internet job posting fraud, where parties posing as Dover employees, recruiters, or other agents, try to engage with online candidates in an attempt to steal personal and/or financial information. We do not endorse or engage in any recruitment practices that involve payment or personal information outside of our official application and hiring process. Please verify the authenticity of an invitation to apply for a job, or for a job offer by contacting us directly through our Dover and affiliated operating company websites at https://careers.dovercorporation.com/ . To learn how you can protect yourself, review our Recruitment Fraud Notice on our careers site.Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact [e-mail] for assistance with an accommodation. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response.