Davenport Machine Operator

Davenport Machine Operator

We are seeking an experienced Davenport Machine Operator to join our manufacturing team. This position is ideal for someone with hands-on Davenport screw machine experience who is comfortable with machine setup, tooling, troubleshooting, quality inspections, and maintaining production standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate and set up Davenport screw machines while maintaining production and quality standards.
• Perform machine setups and adjustments as needed.
• Troubleshoot machine, tooling, and part-quality issues.
• Remove, sharpen, grind, and reset tooling as necessary.
• Load bar stock and remove chips as needed.
• Perform basic machine repairs and maintenance.
• Follow preventative maintenance procedures.
• Maintain tooling log sheets and required production documentation.
• Perform SPC charting as required.
• Inspect parts using micrometers and other precision measuring devices.
• Read and interpret blueprints and specifications.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Wear required PPE and follow all company safety procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating and setting up Davenport machines required.
• Screw machine setup experience preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Knowledge of mechanical gearing, cams, hydraulics, and electrical systems.
• Ability to grind and maintain tooling.
• Ability to troubleshoot machine, tooling, and part issues.
• Ability to use micrometers and other precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Good basic math skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand for 4+ hours at a time.
• Ability to safely work from ladders and stairs.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a dependable, mechanically inclined machine operator who can independently identify problems, make adjustments, and keep Davenport machines running efficiently while maintaining quality and safety standards.