Machinist Sr.

Dover Corporation • Cypress, CA

4d • $40 - $60 • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the fully seasoned and skilled Machinist Sr. performs wide-ranging, non-repetitive, complex repair assignments in a reciprocating compressor repair service center. The role requires setting up and operating a variety of manual machine tools, including lathes, horizontal and vertical mills, grinders, and other power and hand machinery. The machinist must maintain close attention to detail, identify nonconformities, and communicate with leadership to resolve them.

The position performs close-tolerance machining on large parts, inspects work, maintains tooling and equipment, and submits inspection reports and related documentation. It also requires safe work practices, reliable attendance, and willingness to work overtime and weekends as needed to meet delivery and customer expectations. The work is performed in a shop environment and may involve exposure to loud machinery, varying temperatures, dirt, grease, grime, chemicals, and vapors.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Eight or more years of machining experience.
• Proficiency using gauges, micrometers, verniers, hoist fixtures, chucks, collets, steady rests, machinist hand tools, drills, taps, honing equipment, and bars.
• Well-rounded knowledge of fabrication and assembly techniques, tools and equipment, materials, and shop equipment.
• Knowledge of the working qualities of materials including cast iron, steel, aluminum, copper, brass, other metals, and plastics.
• Good mechanical aptitude demonstrated through success in previous machine operation or similar activities.
• Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English-language instructions and correspondence at a high level, and exceptional computation skills.
• Ability to communicate cordially and positively with supervisors and fellow employees, listen, seek clarification, and share expertise.
• Ability to prioritize and plan work, use time efficiently, meet productivity and timeliness standards, and maintain accuracy and thoroughness.
• Ability to observe safety and security procedures, report potentially unsafe conditions, and use equipment and materials properly.
• Willingness to work extra hours and weekends as required to meet deadlines and customer expectations.
• Ability to perform the stated physical activities, including continuous standing, repetitive grasping and fine manipulation, walking, bending, squatting, twisting, pushing, pulling, and lifting 10–20 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Nice To Haves

• Apprenticeship and additional machine shop experience preferred.
• Previous compressor repair experience is a definite plus.

Responsibilities

• Work safely and without injury, and participate in required team meetings and programs such as safety training, 5S, and problem solving.
• Study blueprints, drawings, sketches, and diagrams; determine operation methods and sequences; lay out, set up, and fabricate precision parts, tooling, and fixtures to exacting tolerances and patterns; and determine tooling feeds and speeds.
• Perform close-tolerance machining operations on large parts, including forming, boring, turning, facing, drilling, tapping, and honing, and inspect work with close attention to detail.
• Adjust machines and obtain required tools and fixtures; grind or sharpen tooling as needed.
• Measure inner and outer diameters, height, depth, and thickness using micrometers, dial indicators, calipers, gauges, and other precision-measuring instruments.
• Keep tooling in proper working condition and maintain a clean, neat work cell.
• Perform routine equipment service and maintenance when required.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment and follow company safety directives.
• Rotate into other team positions as needed to meet production requirements.
• Recommend improvements to methods or processes to improve productivity and quality, and solve problems individually or as part of a group.
• Implement company policies and procedures in daily duties and responsibilities.
• Submit initial, benchmark, and final inspection reports and documentation as required.
• Maintain reliable attendance and punctuality, and work overtime and weekends as required to meet deliveries and customer expectations.

Benefits

• Competitive suite of health and welfare offerings.
• Eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in the applicable bonus plan.
• Professional developmental opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED