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1st Shift Machine Operator

Dover Precision Components
Houston, TX, US
Full-time

Summary

This position sets up and operates machine tools such as compression molding presses, blenders, ovens, and routing machines.

Responsibilities :

  • Follows job order for product specifications such as dimensions and tolerances, tooling instructions, fixtures, and equipment settings.
  • Selects, positions, and secures tool in tool holder
  • Moves controls to position press and work piece in relation to each other, and to set specified feeds, speeds, and pressures.
  • Observes operation of machine and verifies conformance of work piece to specifications

Minimum required qualifications :

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Must be able to measure parts using micrometers, calipers or other measuring tools

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
  • Must work according to safety policies and procedures
  • Basic computer skills

Mental / Visual / Physical Effort :

  • Walks, stands, reaches, and bends frequently.
  • Periodic lifting of moderate to heavy items may be required.
  • Possesses good hand / eye coordination.

Physical Hazards :

  • Normal operations require eye protection, steal toed shoes, and ear protection.
  • Hot works requires aprons, heat resistant gloves, sleeves, and aprons.
  • Chemical process requires face shield and mask.
  • Additional safety equipment may be required.

Material Hazards :

Illness or injury from materials present in normal working environment is unlikely.

Working Conditions :

  • Exposure to normal machine shop environment with periodic noise.
  • Limited disagreeable factors present.
  • Certain environments may fall under the sites respiratory protection program where they would be required to pass a medical evaluation and undergo a respirator fit test.
  • 30+ days ago
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