Houston, TX, US
17 hours ago
Machinist Apprentice

DOVER PRECISION COMPONENTS:

Dover Precision Components is part of Dover Corporation’s Pumps and Process solutions segment. DPC holds market leading positions globally and delivers performance-critical solutions across the oil & gas, power generation, marine, industrial, chemical and general processing markets. We design and manufacture mission-critical equipment components to deliver more affordable, cleaner energy solutions and enable manufacturers to operate more efficiently.

WE DELIVER CUSTOMER SUCCESS​

Dover Precision Components delivers products and services that enhance performance, improve safety, reduce carbon emissions, and accelerate clean energy adoption, through collaborative customer relationships, expert engineering, and an innovative culture. Our strong Company portfolio is comprised of long products and services offered under Cook Compression, Cook Mechanical Field Services, Waukesha Bearings, Waukesha Magnetic Bearings, Inpro/Seal, Bearings Plus, and FW Murphy Production Controls. Our global footprint reaches more than twelve locations in the Americas and more than six locations in Europe and China.

BUILDING POTENTIAL. SUSTAINING PERFORMANCE. BOOSTING FUTURES.

We are diligent in recognizing our employees’ needs and providing an enriching experience through professional developmental opportunities. Our authentic, collaborative company culture, combined with a competitive suite of health and welfare offerings, emulates who we are. We are Dover Precision Components, #LifeAtDPC

This position sets up and operates machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, boring machines, and grinders in order to machine plastic or metal work pieces. This position must have the ability to perform the following: 

 

Responsibilities: 

Work to exacting tolerances, determine speeds and feeds, and sharpen own tools  

Reads blueprint or job order for product specifications such as dimensions and tolerances, and tooling instructions such as fixtures, feed rates, cutting speeds, depth of cut, and determines sequence of operations. 

Selects, positions, and secures tool in tool holder  

Positions and secures work piece in holding device, machine table, chuck, centers, or fixtures. 

Sets up fixture or feeding device, starts machine, and turns hand wheel to feed tool to work piece or vice versa, and engages feed 

Observes operation of machine and verifies conformance of machined work piece to specifications. 

Operates bench grinder to sharpen tools 

Sets up and operates machines and equipment other than machine tools 

May operate molding machine to form sand molds used in production of metal castings  

 

 

Minimum required qualifications:  

 

High school diploma or equivalent required.  

Must be able to measure parts using micrometers, calipers or other measuring tools 

Must be able to read and interpret drawings and blueprints 

 

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

 

Clear communication, both oral and written 

Organization skills; keep area clean to 5S standards 

Prior shop or mechanical experience desired 

Meets productivity standards by completing work in a timely manner  

 

*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. 

 

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position.  Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact hr@doverprecision.comfor assistance with an accommodation. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response.

 

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