First Shift Lathe Machinist - Precision & Lean

Dover Precision Components; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) contributions

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Wellness programs

Health savings account

Job summary

Dover Precision Components in Houston, TX seeks a 1st Shift Manual Machinist to set up and operate manual lathe machines, reading blueprints and process sheets to meet tight tolerances. You will select tooling, calculate feeds and speeds, and ensure quality through inspection.

The role emphasizes Lean practices and safe operation within a busy machine shop. Candidates should have a year of certificate training or 3–6 months related experience, be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds, and work 6:00

Qualifications

• Experience with precision inspection equipment and tight tolerance machining.
• 1 year certificate from college or technical school or 3–6 months related experience.
• Ability to hold tight machining tolerances under .001 inches.

Responsibilities

• Read, process sheets, blueprints, and sketches to determine machining requirements.
• Identify, select and install proper tooling for operations.
• Calculate feeds and speeds for various steel grades, copper, brass, aluminum, and bronze.
• Understand tooling capabilities and machinery limits.
• Perform quality inspections and adhere to quality systems.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing to reduce setup times and improve productivity.
• Set up measuring equipment and verify calibration regularly.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

Precision measurement

Machining setup

Lean manufacturing

Quality inspection

Reading process sheets

Education

Machine shop certificate

Tools

Lathe machines

Micrometers

Calipers

Height gauges

Bore gauges

Job description

Dover Precision Components in Houston, TX seeks a 1st Shift Manual Machinist to set up and operate manual lathe machines, reading blueprints and process sheets to meet tight tolerances. You will select tooling, calculate feeds and speeds, and ensure quality through inspection.

The role emphasizes Lean practices and safe operation within a busy machine shop. Candidates should have a year of certificate training or 3–6 months related experience, be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds, and work 6:00