Machine Operator

TekWissen ®; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

TekWissen is seeking a Machine Operator to support manufacturing of downhole drilling parts in our Houston area facility. You will perform cutting, finishing, and assembly, operate production equipment, and participate in cross-training to cover multiple production steps.

Experience in manufacturing or warehouse environments is preferred. Training includes SAP system usage and process-specific duties conducted onsite, with emphasis on safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing, production, warehouse, or similar industrial experience.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Perform cutting, finishing, and assembly activities.
• Utilize various hand tools and equipment to complete production tasks.
• Rotate through different manufacturing activities as part of cross‑training initiatives.
• Participate in pre‑job and Toolbox meetings with crew members.
• Plan and execute maintenance activities for a designated role.
• Maintain equipment according to procedures, reporting problems or deviations.
• Operate equipment according to procedures, competency levels and job requirement.
• Identify opportunities to improve the production process.
• Participate in failure investigations when relevant.
• Use the guiding principles and tools of the Manufacturing System to drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Attention to detail

Team‑oriented

Safety awareness

Learn manufacturing processes

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients worldwide. Our client Limited is an oilfield services company and has more than 140 nationalities working in more than 120 countries. This Client has four principal executive offices located in Paris, Houston, London and The Hague. This Client is the world’s largest offshore drilling company.

Job Description

• The Machine Operator is responsible for helping provide safe, efficient and reliable product and service delivery to customers, and identifying opportunities to improve service delivery.
• The Machine Operator ensures equipment is delivered on time and according to operational demands, and maintains shop and field equipment.
• This role is based in a manufacturing environment producing bits for downhole drilling and includes hands‑on assembly, material handling, equipment operation, and cross‑training across multiple production activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform cutting, finishing, and assembly activities.
• Utilize various hand tools and equipment to complete production tasks.
• Rotate through different manufacturing activities as part of cross‑training initiatives.
• Participate in pre‑job and Toolbox meetings with crew members.
• Plan and execute maintenance activities for a designated role.
• Maintain equipment according to procedures, reporting problems or deviations.
• Operate equipment according to procedures, competency levels and job requirement.
• Identify opportunities to improve the production process.
• Participate in failure investigations when relevant.
• Use the guiding principles and tools of the Manufacturing System to drive continuous improvement.

Experience & Skills

Required Experience

• Manufacturing, production, warehouse, or similar industrial experience.

Required Skills

• Comfortable operating tools and production equipment.
• Basic computer skills (email, basic computer navigation).
• Ability to learn manufacturing processes and systems.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Team‑oriented mindset.
• Strong safety awareness and willingness to speak up regarding unsafe conditions.

Training Provided

• All process‑specific duties will be trained onsite.
• Training provided on manufacturing processes and production equipment.
• SAP system training provided.
• Cross‑training across multiple production functions.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.

Physical Demands

• Frequent standing throughout the workday.
• Ability to perform manual production and assembly work.
• Regular movement of production materials.
• Ability to use hand tools and equipment such as:
• Pipe wrenches
• Impact tools
• Chain‑related lifting/support tools
• Various assembly and production tools
• Ability to work in a physically active manufacturing environment.
• Must successfully complete the required fit‑for‑duty/physical agility assessment during onboarding.

TekWissen® Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.