CNC Mill Machinist - 2nd Shift

NOV; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan

Competitive medical plans

MDLIVE virtual visits

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

NOV in Houston is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to operate and program CNC machines, ensuring parts meet precise dimensions and tolerances. You will read blueprints, verify using precision instruments, and perform first article inspections, while maintaining a clean, safe work area.

The role requires familiarity with G&M codes, CNC setup, and basic maintenance, with a focus on quality and efficiency in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with related manufacturing experience.
• Knowledge of G&M codes and CNC programming basics is a plus.
• Ability to read blueprints and use precision measuring tools.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, operate CNC machines (lathes and mills) to produce quality parts.
• Perform setup changes and first article inspections on production runs.
• Load parts using lifting equipment, verify dimensions, and document outputs.
• Identify and troubleshoot issues before production runs and adjust machine controls as needed.
• Read blueprints and calipers/micrometers to ensure tolerance and tooling accuracy.

Skills

Adaptable

Team player

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CNC machinery

CNC programming

Forklift operation

Overhead crane operation

G&M codes

Blueprint reading

Job description

Job Description

Responsible for using expert knowledge to operate and control computer numerically controlled (CNC) machines. Maintain knowledge of G & M codes and input them into CNC machines for production, while ensuring products have precise and accurate measurements.

Responsibilities

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Under the direction of a supervisor and/or experienced machinist, responsible for quality parts produced on CNC machines such as, but not limited, to lathes and milling machines in a timely, safe and efficient manner.
• Operate, perform set-up changes and first article inspections on production runs utilizing CNC Machines.
• Load parts utilizing overhead lifting equipment, proving tapes, operating controls, setting offsets, simple edits, deburring and inspection of quality parts for conformance to requirements.
• Identify problems before production runs, then start and observe machine operation to detect any other malfunctions or out-of-tolerance conditions, and adjust machine controls or control media as required.
• Read blueprints, precision measuring instruments and job orders to determine dimensions, tolerance and tooling requirements.
• Maintain knowledge of dimensions and tolerances for tooling instructions such as fixtures, feed rates, cutting speeds, depth of cut and cutting tools to be used.
• Prove out new programs and make simple edits of CNC programs on at least one or more numerically controlled machines.
• Keep equipment and work area clean and orderly and perform basic preventative maintenance functions on equipment.
• Perform other work related tasks as assigned.
• Comply with all NOV Company and HSE policies and procedures.

Facility/Group Specific Responsibilities

• Operate forklift as needed
• Operate Overhead Cranes

Qualifications

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent combination or education and experience
• Robotic palletizer knowledge and troubleshooting is a plus
• Robotic CNC loading knowledge and troubleshooting is a plus

Job Requirements

• Verifies proper quality documents and other paperwork is present prior to start of work
• Completes Dimensional reports and machine logs for all items machined
• Operates a forklift and lifting devices for movement of parts
• Communicates with supervisor, planners, engineers, production control, quality and other shop personnel as it relates to the job
• Necessary PPE should be worn at all times as per JHA and task requirement
• Responsible for keeping equipment and work area clean and orderly and perform basic preventative maintenance functions on equipment
• May perform other duties as assigned by supervisor
• Lifting 40 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 40 pounds

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES

• Must be adaptable to changing work environment, competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events
• Ability to work effectively with different people and teams of people by putting others to ease
• Staying on task and following the procedures without deviation
• Must be able to work in a fast paced manufacturing environment
• Team Player
• Communication Skills

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of editing CNC programs
• Knowledge of CNC Machine setup
• Knowledge of parts quality inspection
• Read and understand blueprints
• Knowledge of dimension and tolerance measurements
• Knowledge of measurement instruments
• Basic Computer knowledge
• Working knowledge of various tool holders, cutting tools, boring bars, and insert used on various machines
• Robotic palletizer and Robotic CNC loading equipment knowledge and troubleshooting
• Advanced knowledge of reading drawings and specifications with an understanding of geometric tolerancing and dimensions
• Advanced knowledge of precision measuring instruments and the application of such instruments. Instruments should include but not limited to calipers, ID/OD micrometers, depth gages, indicators and tape measures
• Advanced knowledge of understanding programmed segments and corresponding operations

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS

(visit usbenefits.nov.com for more information about our benefits offerings)

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – NOV matches every dollar up to 5% of base pay and overtime for every dollar you invest.
• Competitive medical plans that are effective your date of hire. Visit usbenefits.nov.com/cost-for-coverage for more information.
• FREE MDLIVE virtual visits (when enrolled in an NOV medical plan).
• FREE preventative medical and dental care for the entire family (when enrolled in an NOV medical/dental plan and seeing an in-network physician).
• FREE Basic Life and AD&D insurance at 2 times your annual salary (for full-time employees).
• All regular full-time employees start with 3 weeks of paid vacation per year (prorated based on start date). Pre-NOV relevant experience (years of service) may be considered for vacation accruals.
• All regular full-time employees receive up to 11 paid holidays per year.