Manual Machinist - Valve and Packing

Dover Corporation; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Dover Precision Components in Midland, Texas, seeks a skilled Manual Machinist to operate and set up manual machines in a high‑growth manufacturing environment. You will read blueprints, measure parts, and ensure tight tolerances on standard components.

Join a team that emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement. You will maintain records, troubleshoot tools and processes, and help train fellow machinists while supporting efficient production and on‑time delivery.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent; trade school or on‑the‑job training preferred.
• Experience operating manual machines and reading drawings/blueprints.
• Familiarity with shop math and blueprint reading essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual machines from drawings and specifications.
• Perform machine set ups to obtain close tolerances and proper alignment.
• Obtain inspections on first pieces and use measuring devices on in‑progress work.
• Maintain records of time, part counts, first piece inspections, and requisitions.
• Fabricate jigs, fixtures or non‑production devices as needed.
• Order raw materials, supplies and tools when necessary.
• Keep work area clean, safe and orderly; follow quality procedures.
• Assist in training other machinists as requested.
• Conduct first piece inspections and assist others as qualified.
• Grind tools when necessary and perform routine PMs.
• Troubleshoot drawings, tooling, programming, and materials; decide on actions.

Skills

Manual machining

Machine setup

Quality inspection

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade school or on-the-job training

Shop math and blueprint reading

Tools

Calipers & micrometers

Milling/lathe equipment

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 PrecisionComponents 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:

Performs highly routine/repetitive work on standardized parts. Operates one or more manual machines. Skilled to adjust and operate several machine tools on standardized work where setup detail and operating procedures are prescribed. Fixtures, machine stops, and indexing devices are utilized to control tolerances. Work can be subject to process and final inspection check.

Responsibilities:

• Works from drawings, sketches and specifications in completing various machining operations.
• Performs machine set ups to obtain close tolerances, fitting and alignment of machined parts.
• Obtains required inspections on first pieces of a run according to prescribed procedure and performs inspections on work-in-progress using a wide variety of measuring devices.
• Completes and maintains all necessary records of time, part counts, first piece inspections, and requisition forms, etc. for each job.
• Makes jigs, fixtures or other specialized non-production devices as qualified and assigned.
• Purchases raw material, supplies, tools, etc. when necessary.
• Maintains work area in a clean, safe, and orderly fashion and conforms to all quality procedures and standards.
• Assists in the training of other machinists as requested.
• Performs first piece inspections on basic product for other machinists, as qualified and assigned.
• Grinds tools when necessary.
• Performs routine preventative maintenance of machines according to PM schedule.
• Troubleshoots drawings, machining, tooling, programming, material, etc. and making competent decisions pertaining to job at hand.
• Operates machinery/equipment in a safe manner.
• Utilizes Geometric Dimension & Tolerance as called out on print.
• Gives feedback on trends, and recommending process improvements.
• Maintains and monitors machine shop equipment. Safeguards against improper use and incorrect set ups to prevent extensive damage to machine or specific sections.
• Ensures proper machine set up and accurate interpretation of prints and specifications to prevent damage to material. Detects errors with frequent tolerance/quality checks.
• Learns and completes tasks successfully to prevent loss of production or alteration in the work of others. Responsible for owl level of production. May provide minimal guidance to others.

Education and Experience:

• Previous experience operating manual machines in a gas compression valve shop
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Some trade school or on-the-job training is required to become proficient in most phases of the job.
• Technical training in shop math and blueprint reading is necessary to learn the job.
• 0 – 5 years of experience as a manual machinist is preferred.

*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.