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Mechanical Technician, Machinist

Dover Corporation•Chester, VA
•$28 - $34

About The Position

The Mechanical Technician/Machinist works with manual heavy machinery from setup to operation to produce parts and tools from metal. Machinists make adjustments to the machine to control speed, material feed and path of the cut, as well as make sure the machines are set up properly, working well, and producing quality product. Machinists make sure their machines are working at full capacity, are stocked with needed materials, well-maintained and perform periodic checks on output. They will be using measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers and depth micrometers. The operator will perform detailed inspection of parts and pieces, ensuring the product meets production guidelines. Machine operators report quality-control problems such as defects in raw material and finished products, suggesting changes and adjustments to both the raw materials and machine, while maintaining a clean workspace and wash or polish finished products when needed.

Requirements

  • Aptitude for math
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Computer skills
  • Good math skills to understand complex instructions, how schematics work and ensure items are designed and built correctly
  • Ability to know why machines are not at peak performance, how to increase output and how to fix errors
  • Keen attention to detail
  • Stamina for long hours and repetitive movements

Nice To Haves

  • Skills gained through vocational schools, technical colleges or community college programs, or apprenticeships
  • 4-5 years of combined education and on-the-job training to become fully trained

Responsibilities

  • Figure machine set up positions - through the use of Edge Finders/Mathematical equations
  • Sets tooling & Loads in machines
  • Completes inspection data sheet
  • Deburrs parts through the use of deburring tools and equipment
  • Operates manual equipment to include, but not limited to, drill press, manual milling machines, manual lathes, manual surface grinders
  • Performs detailed inspection of parts and pieces, ensuring the product meets production guidelines
  • Reports quality-control problems such as defects in raw material and finished products
  • Suggests changes and adjustments to both the raw materials and machine
  • Maintains a clean workspace
  • Washes or polishes finished products when needed

Benefits

  • Discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria
  • Commissions based on performance metrics and other criteria

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