CNC Programmer

NOV; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Growth opportunities

Health benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

NOV, a Fortune 500 company and leading supplier of drilling products, is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer for its Conroe, TX facility. You will develop and optimize CNC programs for milling centers, lathes, and related equipment, using CAM software and G-code, while interpreting complex drawings and GD&T.

Role emphasizes process optimization, NPI support, and collaboration with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of CNC programming in manufacturing.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and specs.
• GD&T knowledge required.
• Experience with CAM software and G-code programming.

Responsibilities

• Develop, modify, and optimize CNC programs for machining centers, lathes, and other CNC equipment.
• Create CNC programs using CAM software and/or manual G-code programming.
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, specifications, and manufacturing requirements.
• Develop machining strategies, tooling selections, workholding concepts, speeds, feeds, and cutting parameters.
• Create and maintain setup sheets, tooling documentation, program revisions, and manufacturing instructions.
• Support new product introduction (NPI), first-article production, prove-outs, and process validation.
• Work directly with CNC machinists during program prove-out and production troubleshooting.
• Troubleshoot machining issues related to programming, tooling, workholding, machine capability, dimensional accuracy, and surface finish.
• Optimize existing programs to improve cycle time, tool life, productivity, quality, and overall manufacturing cost.
• Verify programs for tool paths, collisions, machine limits, and safe operation prior to release.
• Ensure CNC programs comply with engineering drawings, specifications, quality standards, and manufacturing procedures.
• Support root-cause analysis and corrective actions for machining-related quality issues.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities related to machining processes, tooling, programming, and setup reduction.
• Maintain proper revision control and organization of CNC programs and related manufacturing documentation.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Production, Maintenance, and other departments as required.
• Follow all company safety requirements and promote safe machining and manufacturing practices.

Skills

CNC Programming

CAM Software

G-code Programming

GD&T Knowledge

Machining Expertise

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CAM Software Tools (Mastercam/NX)

CNC Lathes & Milling

Job description

Who Are We?

NOV is a leading supplier of drilling products around the world. We are a Fortune 500 company with a global HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) program and a strong commitment to the safety of our employees. Our products are used by major Energy and Service companies to drill and complete oil & gas wells across the globe.

Job Description

Who Are We? NOV is a leading supplier of drilling products around the world. We are a Fortune 500 company with a global HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) program and a strong commitment to the safety of our employees. Our products are used by major Energy and Service companies to drill and complete oil & gas wells across the globe.

Where Are We?

We are located at 500 Conroe Park West Dr, Conroe, TX 77303.

What Do We Do Here?

Our Conroe Facility produces downhole products for drilling activities in North America. Our plant has high demand and is operating 24/7 to produce these products for our customers. To meet the demand for our products, we provide employees with an air-conditioned environment, highly organized and clean 300,000 SQ. ft. fabrication facility, new CNC Machines (Mazak, Mori Sieke, DMG Mori, Weiler, etc.), and a strong safety program designed to ensure our team goes home safe to their families after every shift.

What is the Team Like?

At NOV and at our 500 Conroe Park West location, we recognize the value of people. Building strong work relationships is key to keeping talented, reliable, and loyal employees. That’s why we work hard to ensure our team feels appreciated for their hard work. Collaboration, respect, integrity and accountability are core concepts for our success.

Why Would I Want to Join the Team?

• Competitive Wages
• Opportunities for Professional & Personal Growth and Learning
• Great Health & Wellness Benefits
• Vacation, Sick & Holiday Pay

NOV is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates are given consideration for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

Responsibilities

• Develop, modify, and optimize CNC programs for machining centers, lathes, and other CNC equipment.
• Create CNC programs using CAM software and/or manual G-code programming.
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, specifications, and manufacturing requirements.
• Develop machining strategies, tooling selections, workholding concepts, speeds, feeds, and cutting parameters.
• Create and maintain setup sheets, tooling documentation, program revisions, and manufacturing instructions.
• Support new product introduction (NPI), first-article production, prove-outs, and process validation.
• Work directly with CNC machinists during program prove-out and production troubleshooting.
• Troubleshoot machining issues related to programming, tooling, workholding, machine capability, dimensional accuracy, and surface finish.
• Optimize existing programs to improve cycle time, tool life, productivity, quality, and overall manufacturing cost.
• Verify programs for tool paths, collisions, machine limits, and safe operation prior to release.
• Ensure CNC programs comply with engineering drawings, specifications, quality standards, and manufacturing procedures.
• Support root-cause analysis and corrective actions for machining-related quality issues.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities related to machining processes, tooling, programming, and setup reduction.
• Maintain proper revision control and organization of CNC programs and related manufacturing documentation.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Production, Maintenance, and other departments as required.
• Follow all company safety requirements and promote safe machining and manufacturing practices.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical degree, machining certificate, or equivalent technical training preferred.
• 5+ years of CNC programming and/or advanced CNC machining experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to program CNC equipment using CAM software and/or G-code.
• Strong knowledge of CNC machining principles, cutting tools, speeds and feeds, workholding, and machining practices.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and manufacturing specifications.
• Working knowledge of GD&T.
• Experience performing CNC program prove-outs and troubleshooting machining processes.
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, indicators, bore gauges, and height gauges.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively with machinists, engineers, quality personnel, and production leadership.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety, quality, and productivity.