Manual Machinist II

Dover Business Services Europe; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Dover Business Services Europe is seeking a Manual Machinist II in Houston, TX. The role involves setting up and operating manual machines, interpreting blueprints, and applying lean manufacturing principles. Ideal candidates will have precision inspection experience and the ability to maintain tight machining tolerances.

Benefits

401(k) savings plan with employer contributions

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Prior experience with precision inspection equipment including micrometers and calipers.
• Ability to hold tight machining tolerances of less than .001”.
• Experience with rotational equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manual machines including Mills and Lathes.
• Read blueprints to determine machining specifications.
• Calculate feeds and speeds for various materials.

Skills

Precision Inspection

Machining Tolerances

Lean Manufacturing

Education

One year certificate from college or technical school

Job description

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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.

Location:

Houston, TX, US, 77047

Work Arrangement: Onsite

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,

Summary

The Manual Machinist II will set up and operate manual machines; including but not limited to Mills and Lathes. Machining operations also include the following duties:

• Read, process sheets, blueprints, and sketches of part to determine machining to be done, dimensional specifications, set up, and operating requirements.
• Interpret work instructions
• 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 bronze
• Intuitively understand capabilities of tooling and machinery
• Apply principles of Lean Manufacturing to reduced setup times and improve productivity
• Actively participate in daily Continuous Improvement activities
  
  

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Prior experience with precision inspection equipment including, but not limited to, micrometers, calipers, height gauges, bore gauges
• One 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 gauges
• Prior experience with rotational equipment a plus. Ideally, both Lathe and Mills or split parts
• Proven ability to hold tight machining tolerances of less than .001”
  
  

Mental/Visual/Physical Effort

• The employee is regularly required to stand and talk or hear
• occasionally required to walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and taste or smell
• must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
  
  

Material Hazards

• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts
• Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud
  
  

The ideal candidate possesses the following experience, skills, and abilities: *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 procedures

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.

Benefits: Our total rewards package for eligible team members also includes: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

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.

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] assistance with an accommodation. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response.

Nearest Major Market: Houston

Job Segment: Machinist, Environmental Engineering, Inspector, Industrial, Metallurgy, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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