2nd Shift Manual Machinist II

Dover Corporation•Houston, TX

About The Position

Dover Precision Components is seeking a Manual Machinist II to set up and operate turret or engine lathes and perform machining operations to close tolerances. The role involves working with short lead times, determining speeds and feeds, sharpening tools, interpreting drawings and blueprints, and identifying and reporting blueprint errors. The machinist also performs internal and external threading and rework such as customer returns, springing, and plating-related work. The position works from drawings, process sheets, sketches, specifications, or layouts, with moderate supervision. The machinist maintains equipment and tools, inspects work, completes required reports, and keeps the machine and surrounding work area clean and safe. The job requires standing regularly, frequent lifting or moving of up to 50 pounds, and occasional lifting or moving of up to 80 pounds. The work environment sometimes involves exposure to moving mechanical parts; noise is usually moderate.

Requirements

0–5 years of relevant experience.
High school diploma or GED.
Ability to set up and operate turret or engine lathes and perform machining operations to exacting tolerances.
Ability to determine machining speeds and feeds and sharpen tools.
Ability to cut internal and external threads.
Knowledge of production and processing, including raw materials, production processes, quality control, and manufacturing efficiency.
Mathematical ability to perform arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to select the tools and equipment needed for a job.
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles used in precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
Ability to review blueprints or other instructions to determine operational methods or sequences.
Critical thinking and reasoning skills for evaluating alternatives and solving problems.
Active listening skills, including understanding points made and asking appropriate questions.
Reading comprehension sufficient to understand work-related documents.
Ability to stand regularly and to walk, sit, handle objects, and use other senses as described in the physical requirements.
Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 80 pounds.
Close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

Operate engine lathes and perform close-tolerance machining, including drilling, forming, boring, turning, facing, threading, and reaming.
Use gauges, micrometers, verniers, hoists, fixtures, chucks, collets, steady rests, hand tools, drills, taps, reamers, and bars.
Receive work assignments from the Focused Factory Manager or Leadman and work with moderate supervision.
Obtain work orders and drawings from the machine shop supervisor; follow drawings, process sheets, sketches, specifications, or layouts.
Study drawings, plan the sequence of operations, and set up the machine for the job.
Set up and adjust machines and obtain the tools, fixtures, and other items required for each job.
Keep cutting tools in proper working condition and grind or sharpen tools as needed.
Select appropriate chucks and fixtures to secure workpieces; install tools in the turret and tool post.
Service and maintain equipment in use, excluding major repairs.
Operate machines using levers and hand wheels; check dimensions and make adjustments as needed.
Perform work of an equal or lower classification temporarily when assigned.
Keep machines and surrounding areas clean and safe; return tools and equipment to storage after a job or shift, and place air hoses and extension cords on hooks when not in use.
Perform assignments safely and maintain an orderly work area.
Turn in rate changes, whether low or high.
Complete final inspection reports as required.
Perform customer-return and other necessary rework, including springing and plating-related work.