Machinist: Tooling Fabrication & Rework Specialist

NOV; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

NOV in Tulsa, OK is seeking a Machinist to join the machine shop. You will set up and operate manual lathes, manual milling machines, hydraulic presses, and saws, fabricating tooling and reworking parts to fit drawings.

Your work ensures parts meet quality standards before returning to production. Strong blueprint reading and at least 2 years of hands‑on machining experience are preferred, with a focus on safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on machining experience with manual equipment.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints and technical drawings.
• Knowledge of machining tolerances, surface finish, and material properties.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and work orders.
• Set up, operate, and maintain manual lathes and manual milling machines.
• Use hydraulic presses and saws to fabricate and modify tooling.
• Perform rework on production parts that do not meet specification.
• Inspect finished parts for dimensional accuracy and surface finish.
• Document machining parameters, tool wear, and job completion data.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Assist in preventive maintenance of shop equipment.
• Communicate with production and quality teams to resolve issues.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Machining experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Manual lathes

Manual milling machines

Hydraulic presses

Saws

Job description

NOV in Tulsa, OK is seeking a Machinist to join the machine shop. You will set up and operate manual lathes, manual milling machines, hydraulic presses, and saws, fabricating tooling and reworking parts to fit drawings.

Your work ensures parts meet quality standards before returning to production. Strong blueprint reading and at least 2 years of hands‑on machining experience are preferred, with a focus on safety and teamwork.