Davenport- screw machine Setup Operator-MUST HAVE SCREW MACHINE EXPERIENCE

Driv Sycamore Facility; Sycamore (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Driv-Lok, Inc. in Sycamore, IL is seeking a Davenport Screw Machine Setup Technician who will set up and operate multi-spindle Davenport equipment, select tools and materials, and verify first-piece dimensions with precision instruments.

You will document results, perform basic machine maintenance, and collaborate with engineering and maintenance to resolve issues. The role emphasizes quality, safety, and efficient production, with duties including lubrication, cleaning, and chip removal, plus

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Typically 1–3 years of related experience.
• Able to read, write and apply basic shop mathematics.
• Read and interpret shop drawings and process sheets.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to operate shop floor computer systems used at Driv-Lok.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run Davenport screw machines to meet quality and productivity targets.
• Interpret shop drawings and process sheets to guide setup and inspection.
• Use precision measuring instruments and log results in SPC charts.
• Lubricate, clean, and remove chips daily; adjust tooling as needed.
• Troubleshoot routine issues and collaborate with supervision, engineering, and maintenance.
• Maintain housekeeping and safety standards; support other machines as needed.

Skills

Adaptability

Attendance

Reliability

Initiative

Innovation

Planning/Organizing

Professionalism

Quality

Quantity

Safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Davenport Screw Machine

Optical Comparator

Manual Lathe

Quality Control Software

Job description

About the roleJob Title: Davenport Screw Machine Setup TechnicianLabor Grade: 6 | Department: 1200 | Location: Corporate | Revision: 00Immediate Leader: Plant SupervisorA day in the lifeYou arrive to your cell, review the job card and scanner input for the day, and set up multi-spindle Davenport equipment for the next run. You select the right materials, install and adjust tooling, and perform daily lubrication, cleaning, and chip removal. After dialing in the first piece, you verify dimensions with precision measuring instruments and an optical comparator, log results in attribute and SPC charts, and move material to the next operation with proper documentation.Throughout the shift, you monitor machine performance, make minor mechanical adjustments, and collaborate with your supervisor, engineering, and maintenance to resolve issues quickly. You keep the area organized, maintain strong safety habits, and pitch in on additional machines when business needs demand it. Before end-of-shift, you complete suspect sheets if needed, split lots appropriately, and ensure records are accurate in our systems.What you’ll doSet up and run Davenport screw machines to meet quality and productivity targets.Interpret shop drawings and process sheets to guide setup and inspection.Use precision measuring instruments; perform attribute and SPC charting.Document lot splits and complete job card/scanner inputs accurately.Lubricate, clean, and remove chips on assigned machines daily.Select tools and materials; perform minor machine maintenance and adjustments.Troubleshoot routine issues; partner with supervisor, engineering, and maintenance.Maintain housekeeping standards and adhere to safety procedures.Support other machines as needed.Competencies we valueAdaptability; Attendance/Punctuality; Reliability; Initiative; Innovation; Planning/Organizing; Professionalism; Quality; Quantity; Safety.QualificationsEducation/Experience: High school diploma or equivalent required. Typically 1–3 years of related experience. Able to read, write, and apply simple shop mathematics.Language Ability: Read and interpret shop drawings, process sheets, safety rules, operating/maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; solid communication skills.Math Ability: Add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals; work to close tolerances.Reasoning Ability: Solve practical problems with limited standardization; interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule instructions; work cooperatively as a respectful team member.Computer Skills: Learn to operate the computer systems used at Driv-Lok.Certificates/Licenses: None required.Supervisory Responsibilities: None.Tools and technologiesOptical ComparatorManual LatheScrew Machine (Davenport)Quality Control SoftwareWork environment and physical demandsWORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts in a factory environment with noise, oil, and smoke.The employee will be working with Automatic machines, precision measuring instruments, hand and fork lift trucks, scoops, weight scales, and copy machine.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, feel; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, push, pull, bend, and stand a majority of the shift.Quality and environmental responsibilitiesQuality Responsibility: Annual performance evaluations measure job knowledge, reliability, quantity and quality of work, attitude and cooperation, initiative and adaptability, attendance, aptitude, ability to learn and use procedures, safety, and housekeeping.Environmental Responsibilities: Ability to perform to Driv-Lok, Inc.'s Environmental Policy and procedures through awareness of any significant environmental aspects that have been determined. The role(s) in achieving compliance and what the consequences of the departure from the Policy and Procedures.Equal access statementQUALIFICATIONS:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Additional informationThe statements in this job description are intended to describe the essential nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.Employee Signature: Date: __You should be proficient inTroubleshooting SkillsManual Machining Skills