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CNC Machinist Level 2

Dover · Rock Island, IL · Full time

Posted Sep 17, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a time you were not sure how to do something on the machine. What did you do?

What they are checking: Whether they ask for help when needed instead of guessing, which keeps people and parts safe.

How do you keep yourself and others safe around running machines?

What they are checking: Whether safety habits like guards, chip handling and PPE are second nature to them.

What would you want to learn to move up to a level 3 machinist?

What they are checking: Whether they are motivated to grow and have a realistic idea of the next set of skills.

What would you do

Your first part comes off and one dimension is a little out. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they measure carefully, make a controlled adjustment and check again instead of guessing.

You hear an unusual noise from the spindle in the middle of a run. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they stop and report a possible machine problem instead of running until something breaks.

How do you handle a long run of the same part without losing focus?

What they are checking: Whether they keep checking parts on a schedule during repetitive work, where mistakes tend to creep in.

About the work

What CNC machines have you run, and which parts of a setup can you do on your own today?

What they are checking: Whether their skills match a level 2 role and they are honest about where they still need help.

How do you set tool offsets and work offsets, and how do you check them before running a part?

What they are checking: Whether they understand offsets well enough to avoid crashes and scrapped parts.

What measuring tools are you comfortable with, like micrometers, bore gauges or height gauges?

What they are checking: Whether they can check their own work accurately, since quality starts at the machine.

How do you read a blueprint to find the tolerances and features that matter most?

What they are checking: Whether they can find the critical features on a print and focus their checks there.

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The full job description

As published by Dover.

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 Produces machined parts using a Computer Numerical Control (CNC) lathe machine. Studies work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T). Checks SPC charts for frequency of checks, gauging and measurements.. A Support 2 requires basic knowledge of job procedures and tools obtained through work experience and may require vocational or technical education. Responsibilities typically include: Works under moderate supervision.. Problems are typically of a routine nature, but may at times require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures.. Communicates information that requires some explanation or interpretation.

Pay Range: USD 23.40 - 29.65 Hourly

This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.

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.


 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. Fraudulent Recruiting Disclaimer: Dover Corporation and our affiliated operating companies want to alert applicants to internet job posting fraud, where parties posing as Dover employees, recruiters, or other agents, try to engage with online candidates in an attempt to steal personal and/or financial information. We do not endorse or engage in any recruitment practices that involve payment or personal information outside of our official application and hiring process. Please verify the authenticity of an invitation to apply for a job, or for a job offer by contacting us directly through our Dover and affiliated operating company websites at https://careers.dovercorporation.com/ . To learn how you can protect yourself, review our Recruitment Fraud Notice on our careers site. 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.com for assistance with an accommodation. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response.

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