Machine Operator- Nights

National Oilwell Varco; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in the oil and gas industry is seeking a Machine Operator in Conroe, TX. The successful candidate will operate and set up various machines, ensuring quality and precision in the production of downhole products. This full-time role offers competitive wages, benefits, and a robust work culture focused on safety and professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive Wages

Health Benefits

Robust Paid Time Off

Safety-Focused Work Environment

Qualifications

• Must have a High School diploma or GED.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and collaborate with a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate and set up machines for fabricating products.
• Read blueprints and technical instructions to meet specifications.
• Inspect work for conformity to specifications.

Skills

Flexibility

Team Collaboration

Dependability

Timely Decision Making

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

• Prepare materials for molding, welding, machining, or forging.
• Set up and operate machines, such as lathes, millers, grinders, presses, drills, or auxiliary machines.
• Set up, operate, or tend machines that cut or slice bit materials.
• Set up, operate, or tend furnace machines to melt materials for molds and forms.
• Position, adjust, and secure stock material or workpieces against stops or in chucks, fixtures, or automatic feeding mechanisms, manually or using hoists.
• Read blueprints or job orders to determine product specifications and tooling instructions and to plan operational sequences.
• Observe machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunctions, adjusting machines as necessary.
• Change worn machine accessories, such as cutting tools or brushes, using hand tools.
• Set machine stops or guides to specified lengths as indicated by scales, rules, or templates.
• Select the proper coolants and lubricants and start their flow.
• Remove burrs, sharp edges, rust, or scale from workpieces, using files, hand grinders, wire brushes, or power tools.
• Start machines and turn handwheels or valves to engage feeding, cooling, and lubricating mechanisms.
• Move controls or mount gears, cams, or templates in machines to set feed rates and cutting speeds, depths, and angles.
• Record operational data, such as pressure readings, lengths of strokes, feed rates, or speeds.
• Extract or lift jammed pieces from machines.
• Measure and mark reference points and cutting lines on workpieces, using traced templates, compasses, and rules.
• Check and inspect work for conformity to specifications using precision measuring instruments.
• Read, interpret and understand work orders and schematics.
• Recognize discrepant materials and request replacements in accordance with standard operating procedures.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or GED.

Who’s Going to be Successful in this Job?

• Must be able to work a 40 hour weekwith up to 20 hours overtime if needed to meet operational needs.
• Flexibility in work hours to meet operational shift changes and needs.
• Timely decision making.
• Follow work instructions as outlined.
• Ability to take instructions without taking offense.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team for a common goal.
• Dependable attendance is a must and a requirement for the job.

Why Would I Want to Join the Team?

• Competitive Wages
• Awesome Health Benefits
• Robust Paid Time Off Benefits
• NOV is focused on your safety.
• NOV is dedicated to creating a work culture that inspires our employees and allows for their growth & development.

Who Are We?

National Oilwell Varco 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. Ourproductsare used by major Energy and Service companies to drill and complete oil & gas wells all across the globe.

Where Are We?

We are located at 500 Conroe Park WestDr, Conroe, TX 77303.

What Do We Do Here?

OurConroeFacility producesdownholeproducts 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 clean300,000 SQ. ft.fabrication facility, new CNC Machines(Mazak, MoriSieke, DMG Mori,Weiler, etc.),anda 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.

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.

About Us

Every day, the oil and gas industry’s best minds put more than 150 years of experience to work to help our customers achieve lasting success.

We Power the Industry that Powers the World
Throughout every region in the world and across every area of drilling and production, our family of companies has provided the technical expertise, advanced equipment, and operational support necessary for success—now and in the future.

Global Family
We are a global family of thousands of individuals, working as one team to create a lasting impact for ourselves, our customers, and the communities where we live and work.

Purposeful Innovation
Through purposeful business innovation, product creation, and service delivery, we are driven to power the industry that powers the world better.

Service Above All
This drives us to anticipate our customers’ needs and work with them to deliver the finest products and services on time and on budget.

About the Team

Corporate

Our family of companies is supported by our global Corporate teams, providing expert knowledge from functions including Human Resources, Information Technology, Compliance, Finance, QHSE, Marketing and Legal centers of expertise. We are structured to provide guidance and service above all to all our business operations.

Job Info

• Job Identification 35922
• Job Category Manufacturing
• Posting Date 06/17/2025, 12:06 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Night