Davenport Screw Machine Operator

Location: Clearwater, FL
Pay: $21.00/hour
Shift: 2nd Shift (Training on 1st Shift Required)
Job Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Davenport Screw Machine Operator to join our manufacturing team in Clearwater, FL. This position requires hands-on experience setting up and operating mechanical multi-spindle automatic screw machines and is not a CNC machining or programming role.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate Davenport automatic screw machines for production.
Install, adjust, and change tooling, cams, tooling slides, and machine components.
Read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings to manufacture precision parts.
Monitor machine performance and make mechanical setup adjustments to ensure quality and maximize productivity.
Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections using precision measuring equipment.
Troubleshoot machine, tooling, and production issues to minimize downtime.
Maintain quality standards while meeting production goals.
Keep the work area clean, organized, and compliant with all safety procedures.

Qualifications

Previous experience setting up and operating Davenport automatic screw machines is required.
Experience with mechanical cam-driven, multi-spindle automatic screw machines.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.
Proficient in using precision measuring instruments, including micrometers, calipers, gauges, and related inspection tools.
Strong mechanical troubleshooting and machine setup skills.
Experience working in a high-volume precision machining environment.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Preferred Experience

Experience with one or more of the following automatic screw machines is a plus:
Brown & Sharpe
Acme Gridley
New Britain
Wickman
Conomatic
Tornos
Schütte
Other mechanical automatic screw machines

Important Note

This is a mechanical automatic screw machine position—not a CNC machining, CNC programming, or CAD/CAM role. Candidates whose experience is limited to CNC equipment or G-code programming will not be considered.

The equipment utilizes:

Mechanical cam drums
Multiple spindles
Mechanical linkages
Tool slides
Manual machine setups

Primary responsibilities include:

Setting up machines
Changing tooling and cams
Reading blueprints
Maintaining close tolerances
Making mechanical adjustments
Performing quality inspections

Training
Training will be completed on 1st Shift before transitioning to the permanent 2nd Shift schedule.

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