CNC Machinist – Precision Mills, Lathes & API Specs

National Oilwell Varco; Commerce City (CO); On-site; USD 30,307 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Veterans Welcome

Job summary

National Oilwell Varco in Commerce City, CO, is seeking a skilled machinist to manufacture threaded connections and operate manual and CNC equipment in a safety‑conscious shop. You will read blueprints, monitor production to meet goals, maintain tooling, and support continuous improvement while following HSE standards.

The role emphasizes quality, adherence to API specs, and teamwork with supervisors and the facility manager. Veterans are welcome and background checks are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience operating manual and/or CNC machining equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem solving skills.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment and comply with all company safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Operate shop equipment such as presses, bandsaws, conveyors, cranes, hoists, and lifts.
• Monitor production to meet daily and weekly output goals while maintaining quality standards.
• Manage tooling and equipment inventory within the machine shop.
• Inspect finished products to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members regarding production status.
• Report directly to the Facility Manager or assigned company representative.
• Support continuous improvement and safety initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Effective communication

Mathematics basics

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lathes/Mills (manual/CNC)

Machining equipment handling

Job description

National Oilwell Varco in Commerce City, CO, is seeking a skilled machinist to manufacture threaded connections and operate manual and CNC equipment in a safety‑conscious shop. You will read blueprints, monitor production to meet goals, maintain tooling, and support continuous improvement while following HSE standards.

The role emphasizes quality, adherence to API specs, and teamwork with supervisors and the facility manager. Veterans are welcome and background checks are required.