Davenport Screw Machine Setup Technician

About the role

Job Title: Davenport Screw Machine Setup Technician

Labor Grade: 6 | Department: 1200 | Location: Corporate | Revision: 00

Immediate Leader: Plant Supervisor

A day in the life

You arrive to your cell, review the job card and scanner input for the day, and set up multi-spindle Davenport equipment for the next run. You select the right materials, install and adjust tooling, and perform daily lubrication, cleaning, and chip removal. After dialing in the first piece, you verify dimensions with precision measuring instruments and an optical comparator, log results in attribute and SPC charts, and move material to the next operation with proper documentation.

Throughout the shift, you monitor machine performance, make minor mechanical adjustments, and collaborate with your supervisor, engineering, and maintenance to resolve issues quickly. You keep the area organized, maintain strong safety habits, and pitch in on additional machines when business needs demand it. Before end-of-shift, you complete suspect sheets if needed, split lots appropriately, and ensure records are accurate in our systems.

What you’ll do

• Set up and run Davenport screw machines to meet quality and productivity targets.
• Interpret shop drawings and process sheets to guide setup and inspection.
• Use precision measuring instruments; perform attribute and SPC charting.
• Document lot splits and complete job card/scanner inputs accurately.
• Lubricate, clean, and remove chips on assigned machines daily.
• Select tools and materials; perform minor machine maintenance and adjustments.
• Troubleshoot routine issues; partner with supervisor, engineering, and maintenance.
• Maintain housekeeping standards and adhere to safety procedures.
• Support other machines as needed.

Competencies we value

Adaptability; Attendance/Punctuality; Reliability; Initiative; Innovation; Planning/Organizing; Professionalism; Quality; Quantity; Safety.

Qualifications

Education/Experience: High school diploma or equivalent required. Typically 1–3 years of related experience. Able to read, write, and apply simple shop mathematics.

Language Ability: Read and interpret shop drawings, process sheets, safety rules, operating/maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; solid communication skills.

Math Ability: Add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals; work to close tolerances.

Reasoning Ability: Solve practical problems with limited standardization; interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule instructions; work cooperatively as a respectful team member.

Computer Skills: Learn to operate the computer systems used at Driv-Lok.

Certificates/Licenses: None required.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None.

Tools and technologies

• Optical Comparator
• Manual Lathe
• Screw Machine (Davenport)
• Quality Control Software

Work environment and physical demands

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts in a factory environment with noise, oil, and smoke.

The employee will be working with Automatic machines, precision measuring instruments, hand and fork lift trucks, scoops, weight scales, and copy machine.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, feel; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, push, pull, bend, and stand a majority of the shift.

Quality and environmental responsibilities

Quality Responsibility: Annual performance evaluations measure job knowledge, reliability, quantity and quality of work, attitude and cooperation, initiative and adaptability, attendance, aptitude, ability to learn and use procedures, safety, and housekeeping.

Environmental Responsibilities: Ability to perform to Driv-Lok, Inc.'s Environmental Policy and procedures through awareness of any significant environmental aspects that have been determined. The role(s) in achieving compliance and what the consequences of the departure from the Policy and Procedures.

Equal access statement

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Additional information

The statements in this job description are intended to describe the essential nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Employee Signature: Date: __

You should be proficient in

• Troubleshooting Skills
• Manual Machining Skills