Manual Machinist

About the role

At DXP, we are passionate about what we do and driven to be the best solution for our industrial customers since 1908. We are dedicated to the highest quality of customer service through our expertise of the products we distribute and the technical services we perform with a sense of individual pride and company spirit.

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 material
• 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

Benefits

All employees are eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan. Salary is commensurate with experience. DXP offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time regular employees, including:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible spending account
• Paid holidays
• Life and disability insurance
• Additional supplemental benefits

Schedule

Day Shift

Pay

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Additional Information

• Physical Demand: Ability to lift 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:Pasadena

Company Info

We aspire to be the best solution for the Industrial customers' needs for MROP products and services through our Innovative Pumping Solutions, Metal Working, Supply Chain Services and Service Centers. Check out our many videos to learn more!

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