Senior CNC Machinist

Dover Corporation•Houston, TX

About The Position

The Senior CNC Machinist is a fully seasoned, skilled machinist capable of performing complex machining operations to varying tolerances. The position is usually the highest level for production machining operations and generally requires operating two or more CNC lathes, mills, or specialized machine tools. The machinist performs diversified operations, largely on standard work, using general knowledge of machining practices and techniques to meet tolerance and finish specifications. The role involves independently programming machines, setting up and operating equipment, checking work quality, maintaining records and equipment, troubleshooting production issues, and providing training and leadership to others. The machinist works in a machine-shop environment with periodic noise and must follow safety and quality procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Technical training in shop math, blueprint reading, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
At least 10 years of trade-school apprenticeship or equivalent shop experience as a machinist.
Clear oral and written communication.
Organizational skills and ability to maintain a work area to 5S standards.
Ability to meet productivity standards and complete work in a timely manner.
Good hand-eye coordination.
Ability to walk, stand, reach, and bend frequently, and periodically lift moderate to heavy items.
Use of eye protection and steel-toed footwear during normal operations; hand protection may occasionally be required.

Responsibilities

Work from drawings, sketches, and specifications to complete machining operations.
Set up machines to achieve close tolerances, fit, and alignment of machined parts.
Obtain required first-piece inspections according to procedure and inspect work in progress using a wide variety of measuring devices.
Complete and maintain records of time, part counts, first-piece inspections, requisitions, and other job documentation.
Make jigs, fixtures, and other specialized non-production devices when qualified and assigned.
Acquire raw material, supplies, and tools when necessary.
Maintain a clean, orderly work area; work safely; and follow quality procedures and standards.
Perform first-piece inspections on basic products for other machinists when qualified and assigned.
Grind tools when necessary.
Perform routine preventive maintenance on machines according to the preventive-maintenance schedule.
Troubleshoot drawings, machining, tooling, programming, and material issues, and make competent decisions about the job.
Use geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) as specified on prints.
Provide feedback on trends and recommend process improvements.
Independently program machines.
Maintain and monitor machine-shop equipment, and prevent improper use or incorrect setups that could damage machines or components.
Detect errors through frequent tolerance and quality checks.
Provide training and leadership to others.