Machine Operator

Dover Pumps & Process Solutions Segment, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Health benefits

Job summary

Dover Precision Components is seeking an operator to set up and run machine tools, ensuring parts meet dimensions and tolerances. You will adjust tooling, verify readings, and document results in a fast-paced shop environment.

The ideal candidate demonstrates strong communication, teamwork, and a safety-first mindset while adhering to 5S standards and quality procedures. Health benefits and performance bonuses are offered.

Qualifications

• Ability to read basic blueprints and specifications.
• Experience in a machine shop or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Must follow safety policies and procedures.
• Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machine tools such as presses and routing equipment per job orders.
• Measure parts to tolerances using micrometers and calipers; adjust tooling as needed.
• Observe operations and verify conformance to specifications; maintain clean, safe work area.

Skills

Clear communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Safety conscious

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Micrometers/Calipers

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 SUCCESS: Dover 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, #LifeAtDPC.

Summary

This position sets up and operates machine tools such as compression molding presses, blenders, ovens, and routing machines.

Responsibilities

• Follows job order for product specifications such as dimensions and tolerances, tooling instructions, fixtures, and equipment settings.
• Selects, positions, and secures tool in tool holder.
• Moves controls to position press and work piece in relation to each other, and to set specified feeds, speeds, and pressures.
• Observes operation of machine and verifies conformance of work piece to specifications.

Minimum required qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be able to measure parts using micrometers, calipers or other measuring tools

The ideal candidate possesses the following experience, skills, and abilities

• Clear communication, both oral and written.
• Organization skills; keep area clean to 5S standards.
• Prior shop or mechanical experience desired.
• Must work according to safety policies and procedures.
• Basic computer skills.
• Mental/Visual/Physical Effort: Walks, stands, reaches, and bends frequently.
• Periodic lifting of moderate to heavy items may be required.
• Possesses good hand/eye coordination.

Physical and Material Hazards

• Normal operations require eye protection, steal toed shoes, and ear protection.
• Hot works requires aprons, heat resistant gloves, sleeves, and aprons.
• Chemical process requires face shield and mask.
• Additional safety equipment may be required.
• Illness or injury from materials present in normal working environment is unlikely.
• Exposure to normal machine shop environment with periodic noise.
• Limited disagreeable factors present.
• Certain environments may fall under the site’s respiratory protection program where they would be required to pass a medical evaluation and undergo a respirator fit test.

*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.

This 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.