Machinist

About the role

Join DXP, a company passionate about delivering the best solutions for industrial customers. Since 1908, DXP has been dedicated to high-quality customer service through expertise in product distribution and technical services. We empower employees to drive their development and achieve ongoing success while contributing to innovative solutions in MROP products and services.

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

Requirements

• Proven experience as a 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
• Strong math skills with analytical abilities
• Physical stamina and strength to lift heavy items
• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of vocational training or an apprenticeship is an asset

Benefits

• Encouragement and empowerment to drive your professional development
• Opportunity to contribute to innovative solutions in MROP products and services

Pay

$32 - $42 hourly

Schedule

Day Shift

Working Conditions

• Shop environment
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs