Machinist-Tulsa

NOV; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

NOV in Tulsa, OK is seeking a Machinist to safely operate bolt manufacturing equipment, set up CNC and manual machines, and ensure parts meet drawings and tolerances.

The role supports producing about 4,000 bolts per month, performs inspections with calipers and micrometers, maintains a clean, safe work area, and collaborates with teams to meet daily and monthly goals. A high school diploma or GED and basic machining knowledge are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• Completion of a machining, manufacturing, or technical program preferred.
• Basic knowledge of machining principles, mechanical aptitude, and use of hand tools.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and measurements.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in setting up and operating CNC and/or manual machines such as lathes, mills, and grinders.
• Follow blueprints, technical drawings, and work instructions to produce accurate parts.
• Measure and inspect finished parts using calipers, micrometers, and other precision instruments.
• Perform basic machine maintenance and ensure a clean, safe work area.
• Monitor machine operations and report any issues to senior machinists or supervisors.
• Support continuous improvement efforts to increase efficiency and quality.
• Learn and apply shop safety procedures and proper use of tools and equipment.

Skills

Machining basics

Reading blueprints

Attention to detail

Teamwork

English communication

Physical endurance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Machining program completion

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

• Safely operate the bolt manufacturing machine and associated equipment in accordance with established procedures and safety requirements.
• Support production of approximately 4,000 bolts per month from the second bolt machine to maintain required manufacturing capacity.
• Set up, operate, and adjust machining equipment to manufacture bolts according to required specifications, drawings, and tolerances.
• Perform routine dimensional inspections and quality checks using appropriate measuring tools to ensure finished products meet specifications.
• Monitor machine performance and make necessary adjustments to maintain consistent production, quality, and efficiency.
• Identify equipment, tooling, or process issues and work with supervision and maintenance personnel to minimize downtime.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance, machine cleaning, and proper care of tooling and equipment.
• Minimize scrap, rework, and material waste by following established machining processes and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate production, inspection, and machine-related documentation as required.
• Maintain an organized and clean work area and follow established housekeeping and workplace safety standards.
• Provide machining support in other areas of the operation as workload and production requirements dictate.
• Work collaboratively with other machinists, production personnel, quality, maintenance, and supervision to meet daily and monthly production goals.

Job Description

Key Job Objectives

• Safely operate the bolt manufacturing machine and associated equipment in accordance with established procedures and safety requirements.
• Support production of approximately 4,000 bolts per month from the second bolt machine to maintain required manufacturing capacity.
• Set up, operate, and adjust machining equipment to manufacture bolts according to required specifications, drawings, and tolerances.
• Perform routine dimensional inspections and quality checks using appropriate measuring tools to ensure finished products meet specifications.
• Monitor machine performance and make necessary adjustments to maintain consistent production, quality, and efficiency.
• Identify equipment, tooling, or process issues and work with supervision and maintenance personnel to minimize downtime.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance, machine cleaning, and proper care of tooling and equipment.
• Minimize scrap, rework, and material waste by following established machining processes and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate production, inspection, and machine-related documentation as required.
• Maintain an organized and clean work area and follow established housekeeping and workplace safety standards.
• Provide machining support in other areas of the operation as workload and production requirements dictate.
• Work collaboratively with other machinists, production personnel, quality, maintenance, and supervision to meet daily and monthly production goals.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in setting up and operating CNC and/or manual machines such as lathes, mills, and grinders.
• Follow blueprints, technical drawings, and work instructions to produce accurate parts.
• Measure and inspect finished parts using calipers, micrometers, and other precision instruments.
• Perform basic machine maintenance and ensure a clean, safe work area.
• Monitor machine operations and report any issues to senior machinists or supervisors.
• Support continuous improvement efforts to increase efficiency and quality.
• Learn and apply shop safety procedures and proper use of tools and equipment.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
• Completion of a machining, manufacturing, or technical program preferred.
• Basic knowledge of machining principles, mechanical aptitude, and use of hand tools.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and measurements.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English, both orally and in writing
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs as required.