About this role
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.
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
Summary :
Must be able to set up and operate turret or engine lathes, performing all machining operations. Subject to short lead times and close tolerances on a continuous basis, such as air products. Will be able to work to exacting tolerances, determine speeds and feeds, and sharpen own tools. Must be able to visualize finished product, recognize and report corrections in blueprint errors. Must be able to cut internal and external threads. Will be required to work on customer returns, springing, plating, and any other rework that is necessary.
Responsibilities :
- Operates engine lathes. 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, reamers, bars, etc.
- Receives work assignments from Focused Factory Manager or Leadman. Works with moderate supervision.
- Obtain work orders and/or drawings from machine shop supervisor. Works from drawings, process sheets, sketches, specifications or layouts.
- Study drawings, layout sequence of operations, and perform set-up. Sets up and adjusts machine and acquires, tools, fixtures, etc. required for job.
- Keeps cutting tools in proper working condition.
- As assigned, perform work of equal of lower classification on a temporary basis.
- Selects proper chuck and fixture for securing bearing (work piece) to machine. Inserts tools in turret and tool post.
- Is required to service and maintain equipment that is being used (not major repairs).
- Will keep machine and surrounding area clean and in a safe condition at all times.
- Operates machine by manipulating levers and hand wheels.
- Checks dimensions and makes adjustments as needed.
- Performs close tolerance machining operations such as drilling, forming, boring, turning, facing, threading, reaming, etc.
- Will return all tools and equipment to storage area provided at the completion of a job or at the end of a working shift.
- Grinds or sharpens own tools as required.
- Air hoses and extension cords will be placed on hooks when not in use.
- Maintain clean and orderly work area.
- Perform work assignments in a safe manner.
- Performs work assigned of equal or lower classification on temporary basis as required.
- Responsible for turning in rate changes (low or high).
- Fill out final inspection reports as required.
Q Qualifications :
0-5 years of relevant experience
High School Diploma or GED
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Production and Processing — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
- Mathematics — Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- Equipment Selection — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
- Design — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
- Ability to review blueprints or other instructions to determine operational methods or sequences.
- Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
- Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
- Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
Physical Requirements :
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 80 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Working Conditions :
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those and employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
*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.



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