Manual Machinist

DOVER PRECISION COMPONENTS:

Dover Precision Components 'DPC' ('the Company') is part of Dover Corporation's ('the Parent Company') 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.

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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.

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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

Summary:

Under general supervision, the manually skilled machining candidate will perform wide-ranging, non-repetitive repair assignments in a reciprocating compressor repair service center. Projects can be multifaceted in nature so the preferred candidate will have the ability to set up and operate a variety of manual machine tool equipment such as lathes, mills (horizontal and vertical), grinders, and other power and hand machinery of varying purposes.

The candidate must have good attention to detail, a critical eye to recognize nonconformities and good communication skills to work with leadership to resolve those issues.

Responsibilities:

* Works safely and without injury; participates in team meetings and programs as required (safety training, 5S, problem solving, etc.).

* Studies blueprints, drawings, sketches, diagrams; determines operation methods and sequences; lays out, sets up and fabricates precision parts, tooling and fixtures to exacting tolerances and patterns and determine tooling feeds and speeds on lathes, mills and other production equipment.

* Performs close tolerance machining operations such as forming, boring, turning, facing, drilling, tapping, honing, etc.; must be able to perform own inspections with a critical eye to detail.

* Adjusts machine and acquires tools, fixtures, etc. as required for job; grinds or sharpens own tooling.

* Checks diameters (both inner and outer) height, depth and thickness using micrometers, dial indicators, calipers, gauges and other precision-measuring instruments.

* Keeps all tooling in proper working condition and work cell clean and neat.

* Performs routine service and maintenance on equipment when required.

* Maintains a clean and safe work environment and follows all company safety directives.

* May rotate into other positions within the team as required to meet production requirements.

* May prepare recommendations for improvements in methods or processes related to improved productivity and quality; problem-solves individually or as part of a group as job duties require.

* Implement company policies and procedures in all aspects of daily duties and responsibilities.

* Submits all initial, benchmark and final inspection reports and documentation as required.

* Reliable attendance and punctuality are essential for this position; must be willing to work overtime hours and weekends as required to meet deliveries and customer expectations.

Skills

* Must be proficient in the use of all types of gauges, micrometers, verniers, etc. Hoist fixtures, chucks, collets, steady rests, etc. Normal hand tools for manual machinists. Drills, taps, honing equipment, bars, etc.

* Must have a well-rounded knowledge of fabrication and assembly techniques, tools and equipment, materials and shop equipment.

* Must know the working qualities of a wide variety of materials including cast iron, steel, aluminum, copper, brass and other metals and plastics.

* Must possess good aptitude demonstrated as success in previous manual machining operations or activities.

* Must possess good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.

* Strives to continuously build manual machining knowledge and skills, shares expertise with others.

* Listens, gets clarification and communicates cordially and positively with supervisors and fellow employees.

* Ability to read, write, verbalize and comprehend instructions and correspondence in the English language; must possess strong computation…