Precision Manual Machinist - Lathes & Mills, Onsite

Destaco; Odessa (TX); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Dover Precision Components in Texas is seeking a Manual Machinist to set up and operate manual lathes and mills onsite in Odessa and Midland. The role requires reading blueprints, selecting tooling, and maintaining safety and quality standards.

Candidates typically have a high school diploma with two years of shop training and 2–4 years’ experience operating a manual mill or lathe; willingness to work extra hours and weekends is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with two years shop training or equivalent.
• 2–4 years’ experience operating a manual mill or lathe.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Operates lathes, mills with moderate supervision.
• Sets up machines and adjusts tooling and fixtures.
• Reads drawings and prepares layouts and setups.
• Maintains tooling, gauges, and measurement devices in good condition.
• Performs routine maintenance on equipment as needed.
• Grinds or sharpens tooling when required.
• Submits final inspection reports and documentation.

Skills

Gauges

Micrometers

Vernier calipers

Blueprint reading

Hand tools

Education

High school diploma

Shop training

Tools

Manual lathe

Manual mill

Job description

Dover Precision Components in Texas is seeking a Manual Machinist to set up and operate manual lathes and mills onsite in Odessa and Midland. The role requires reading blueprints, selecting tooling, and maintaining safety and quality standards.

Candidates typically have a high school diploma with two years of shop training and 2–4 years’ experience operating a manual mill or lathe; willingness to work extra hours and weekends is required.