Machinist

About the role

At DXP, we are passionate about providing the best solutions for our industrial customers. Since 1908, DXP has been dedicated to delivering high-quality customer service through our expertise in the products we distribute and the technical services we perform.

Responsibilities

• Review samples, drawings or instructions to understand specifications of output
• Plan the sequence of necessary actions for the completion of a job
• Take measurements and mark material for cutting or shaping
• Select appropriate machines (e.g. lathes) and position or load material for a job
• Determine and program size of batches, speed of machine etc.
• Monitor machine while working to adjust the feed, maintain temperature and identify issues
• Check output to ensure consistency with specifications and discard defects
• Keep records of approved and defective units or final products
• Perform routine machine maintenance and repair minor damages

Qualifications

• Proven experience as machinist
• Experience in using and/or programming manual, semi-automated or automated tools and machines (lathes, grinders etc.)
• Ability to use precision tools to take accurate measurements
• Knowledge of the properties of metal and other materials
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics and manuals
• Good at math with analytical abilities
• Physical stamina and strength to lift heavy items
• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of vocational training or an apprenticeship will be an asset

Additional Information

• Physical Demand: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Working Conditions: Shop environment
• Training/Certifications: N/A
• Shift Time/Overtime: Day Shift
• Travel: N/A
• Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Location: USA:TX:Odessa

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending
• 401(k)
• paid holidays
• Life and Disability Insurance
• additional supplemental products

Minimum Required Salary and benefits

Commensurate with experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer.