Machinist

Do you want to grow with us? At DXP we are passionate about what we do and driven to be the best solution for our industrial customers. Since 1908 DXP has been 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. Throughout your career with DXP, we will encourage and empower you to take an active role in identifying and driving your development, so you feel total confidence in your ability to achieve ongoing success. 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. Responsibilities of the Machinist 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 of the Machinist 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 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 Pay range: $32 - $42 hourly Education: High School Diploma or GED #J-18808-Ljbffr DXP Enterprises, Inc.