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1st Shift CNC Machinist

Dover Precision Components
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 5/27/2026 CLOSED ON 6/6/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the 1st Shift CNC Machinist position at Dover Precision Components?

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

The CNC Machinist will setup, adjust and operate CNC lathes and/or mills and special types of machine tools. This role will also perform diversified machining operations largely on standard work having tolerance and finish specifications requiring a general knowledge of machining practices and techniques.

The hours for this shift are: 6:00 am - 2:30 pm.

What you'll Do:

  • Works from drawings, sketches and specifications in completing various machining operations.
  • Ability to edit CNC programs to manufacture parts per blueprint/drawings.
  • Performs machine set ups to obtain close tolerances, fitting and alignment of machined parts.
  • Obtains required inspections on first pieces of a run according to prescribed procedure and performs inspections on work-in-progress using a wide variety of measuring devices.
  • Completes and maintains all necessary records of time, part counts, first piece inspections, and requisition forms, etc. for each job.
  • Makes jigs, fixtures or other specialized non-production devices as qualified and assigned.
  • Acquires raw material, supplies, tools, etc. when necessary.
  • Maintains a clean orderly work area, works safely, and conforms to all quality procedures and standards.
  • Performs first piece inspections on basic product for other machinists, as qualified and assigned.
  • Performs routine preventative maintenance of machines according to PM schedule.
  • Trouble shoots drawings, machining, tooling, programming, material, etc. and making competent decisions pertaining to job at hand.
  • Maintains and monitors machine shop equipment. Safeguards against improper use and incorrect set ups to prevent extensive damage to machine or specific sections.
  • Detects errors with frequent tolerance/quality checks.

What you'll Bring:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.

  • 3 years of shop experience as a machinist.
  • Technical training in shop math and blueprint reading

  • Experience with GD&T

Great if you have:

  • Clear communication, both oral and written

  • Organization skills; keep area clean to 5S standards

  • Meets productivity standards by completing work in a timely manner

  • Experience with Fanuc Controls

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, steel toed footwear, and occasionally hand protection.



Working Conditions:

  • Exposure to normal machine shop environment with periodic noise. Limited disagreeable factors present.


  • 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. In this role you will be working with various machinery an metalworking materials in a machine shop environment including but not limited to: cutting fluids, lubricants, and metal shavings. You will be required to wear appropriate PPE such as safety glasses, steel toe boots, hearing protection, gloves, and adhere to all safety procedures

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.

Benefits: Our total rewards package for eligible team members also includes: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact hr@doverprecision.comfor assistance with an accommodation. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response.

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