Hone Operator

ChampionX; Crowley (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) company matching

Job summary

ChampionX is seeking a Hone Operator for the 2nd shift in Crowley, TX. This role involves operating CNC equipment and related tools to produce barrels while following safety and quality standards.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and at least 1 year of manufacturing experience, with strong attention to detail and the ability to work overtime as needed. The job emphasizes Lean principles and continuous improvement in a safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent required.
• 1 year of relevant manufacturing experience preferred.
• Good computer skills.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and manage priorities.
• Commitment to overtime as needed.
• Read and follow detailed instructions and procedures to meet product specifications.
• Read and understand product specifications, drawings, and prints.

Responsibilities

• Produce barrels using saws, straighteners, CNC equipment, hones, paint equipment, and inspection processes to meet quality and safety standards.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing principles to maintain high-quality standards.
• Participate in daily team meetings and Lean, Kaizen, and PDCA initiatives.
• Cross-train on equipment and rotate across processes as needed.
• Inspect parts with micrometers, calipers, and tape measures to ensure conformance to drawings.
• Support teammates to meet customer demand and keep operations on schedule.

Skills

Good computer skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

multitask

Overtime commitment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Disclaimer: SLB completed the acquisition of ChampionX on July 16, 2025. If selected for this position, your employment will begin with ChampionX and will transition to SLB as part of the planned integration.

We are looking for a Hone Operator - 2nd shift located in Crowley, TX. This is your opportunity to join a growing company offering a competitive base salary and benefits.

What's in it For You:

• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth

• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best

• Thrive in a company that values sustainability, drives a safety-focused culture and empowers its employees through continuous improvement

• Comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k) company matching and more!

Position Details:

• 4 day - 10hr shifts, Monday - Thursday, 4:15pm to 3:00am

What You Will Do:

• Produce barrels through utilization of saws, straighteners, CNC equipment, hones, paint equipment, and inspection processes while following standard work methods to meet customer expectations in accordance with all quality and safety protocols.
• Learn, adhere, and apply principles of Lean Manufacturing to provide and maintain a high-quality standard
• Learn about and participate in accomplishing Harbison-Fischer's strategy through participation in daily team meetings
• Participate in Continuous Improvement Program
• Understand and operate all machines and equipment within the department
• Cross-train on multiple pieces of equipment and processes to maximize capabilities and productivity
• Rotate as needed among all necessary processes
• Assist other team members to produce what is needed, when it is needed as determined by customer demand
• Use hand-held measuring devices such as micrometers, calipers, and tape measures to inspect and measure parts for accuracy and conformance to product specifications
• Perform repetitive motions throughout process
• Stay on task to complete activities
• Participate in continuous training in Lean, Kaizen, PDCA, and other principles of Operational Excellence
• Lead or participate in PDCAs as assigned or identified
• Work Overtime as needed
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Drug and alcohol test
• Criminal background check
• Education and certification check
• Employment verification

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent education and/or experience.
• 1 year of relevant experience.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Good computer skills
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Commitment to work overtime as needed
• Maintain appropriate levels of daily attendance, initiative and productivity
• Read and follow detailed instructions and procedures to complete work according to proper product specifications
• Read and understand product specifications, drawings, and prints

Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and standing or walking in the work area for most of the day is a requirement of the job.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• The employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
• The employee is frequently required to use hands and fingers to pick, feel, and/or inspect material. The employee will also reach with arms and hands as needed.
• Role is deemed safety sensitive and may be subject to employer or customer drug testing.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the oil and gas industry preferred
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite - Picks up on technical things quickly; can learn new skills and knowledge is good at learning new industry, company, product, or technical knowledge; does well in technical courses and seminars.

About Us:

ChampionX is now part of SLB, a global technology company driving energy innovation for a balanced planet. As innovators, that's our mission for nearly a century.

We are a technology company that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all. As innovators, that's our mission for nearly a century. Today, we face a global imperative to create a future with more energy, but less carbon. Our diverse, innovative change makers are focused on going further in innovation and inventing the new energy technologies we need to get there.

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Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and we are on a journey to create a workplace where every employee can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of employees and applicants. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.