Senior CNC Machinist

Waukesha Bearings Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Dover Precision Components seeks a seasoned machinist to perform complex machining operations to varying tolerances and to operate two or more CNC lathes or mills. The role requires reading drawings, setting up machines, and ensuring first-piece and in-process inspections meet quality standards.

The ideal candidate demonstrates clear communication, strong organization, and the ability to work productively in a safety-conscious, 5S-oriented shop. This position is full-time and based in the U.S.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical training in shop math, blueprint reading and GDT.
• Minimum of 10 years of trade school apprenticeship or equivalent shop experience as a machinist.

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.
• Maintains a clean orderly work area, works safely, and conforms to all quality procedures and standards.

Skills

Clear communication

Organization skills

Productivity & time management

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

GDT, shop math & blueprint reading

Job description

Dover Precision Components Overview

Dover Precision Components (‘the Company’) holds market leading positions globally and delivers performance-critical solutions for rotating and reciprocating machinery across the oil & gas, power generation, marine, industrial, chemical and general processing markets. Comprising the Waukesha Bearings, Bearings Plus, Inpro/Seal and Cook Compression brands, our portfolio includes hydrodynamic bearings, active magnetic bearings, system and bearing protection, and reciprocating compressor valves, sealing technologies, pistons, rods and more. Each solution is custom-engineered to provide optimum efficiency, reliability and productivity, and backed by comprehensive aftermarket services. Dover Precision Components serves its global customer base through facilities in North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as technical sales representatives around the world. Dover Precision Components is part of Dover Corporation’s (‘the Parent Company’) Pumps and Process solutions segment.

Dover Precision Components Overview

Dover Precision Components (‘the Company’) holds market leading positions globally and delivers performance-critical solutions for rotating and reciprocating machinery across the oil & gas, power generation, marine, industrial, chemical and general processing markets. Comprising the Waukesha Bearings, Bearings Plus, Inpro/Seal and Cook Compression brands, our portfolio includes hydrodynamic bearings, active magnetic bearings, system and bearing protection, and reciprocating compressor valves, sealing technologies, pistons, rods and more. Each solution is custom-engineered to provide optimum efficiency, reliability and productivity, and backed by comprehensive aftermarket services. Dover Precision Components serves its global customer base through facilities in North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as technical sales representatives around the world. Dover Precision Components is part of Dover Corporation’s (‘the Parent Company’) Pumps and Process solutions segment.

Summary

Fully seasoned and skilled machinist, capable of performing complex machining operations to varying tolerances. Usually highest level for production machining operations. Usually skilled at operating two, three or more CNC lathes and/or mills and special types of machine tools. Performs diversified machining operations largely on standard work having tolerance and finish specifications requiring a general knowledge of machining practices and techniques. This position must have the ability to perform the following:

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.
• Acquires raw material, supplies, tools, etc. when necessary.
• Maintains a clean orderly work area, works safely, and conforms to all quality procedures and standards.
• 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.
• Trouble shoots drawings, machining, tooling, programming, material, etc. and making competent decisions pertaining to job at hand.
• Utilizes Geometric Dimension & Tolerance as called out on print.
• Gives feedback on trends, and recommending process improvements.
• Independently programs machines.
• Maintains and monitors machine shop equipment. Safeguards against improper use and incorrect set ups to prevent extensive damage to machine or specific sections.
• Detects errors with frequent tolerance/quality checks.
• Provides training and leadership to others.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical training in shop math, blueprint reading and GDT
• Minimum of 10 years of trade school apprenticeship or equivalent shop experience as a machinist.

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

• Clear communication, both oral and written
• Organization skills; keep area clean to 5S standards
• Meets productivity standards by completing work in a timely manner

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 Hazards

• Normal operations require eye protection, steel toed footwear, and occasionally hand protection.

Working Conditions

• Exposure to normal machine shop environment with periodic noise. Limited disagreeable factors present.
• 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.