Senior Machinist

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.

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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 fully seasoned and skilled candidate will perform wide-ranging, non-repetitive, complex repair assignments in a reciprocating compressor repair service center.  Many projects are multifaceted in nature so the applicant must have the ability to setup 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 purpose.  

Responsibilities:

• Works safely and without injury; participates in team meetings and programs as required (safety training, 5S, problem solving, etc.).
• Studies blue prints, 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.
• Implements company policies and procedures in all aspects of daily duties and responsibilities.
• Submits all initial, benchmark and final inspection reports and documentation as required.

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 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.
• Ability to read, write, verbalize and comprehend instructions and correspondence at the highest levels in the English language; must possess exceptional computation skills.
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
• Must be willing to work extra hours and weekends as required to meet deadlines and customer expectations.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED.
• 8+ years machining experience.
• Apprenticeship and additional machine shop experience is preferred.
• Previous compressor repair experience is a definite plus

Mental / Visual / Physical  Effort:

• Standing, walking, sitting, lifting, carrying,  balancing, stooping, reaching, handling, feeling, talking, hearing, acuity-far, acuity-near, depth perception and field of vision.
• While performing the duties of this job, the team member is continuously standing, repetitively grasping and repetitively using fine manipulation with the hands. 
• Required to walk, bend, squat, or twist as well as repetitively push or pull.
• Must lift 10-20 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Strong hand-eye dexterity and coordination.

Working Conditions

• This position is performed in a shop environment. 
• may be exposed to loud operating machinery, varying temperatures, dirt, grease, grime, chemicals and vapors

 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.

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