Mechanical Assembler

NOV; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Medical plans from date of hire

MDLIVE virtual visits

Dental care for family

Life and AD&D insurance

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

NOV is seeking a 2nd shift Mechanical Assembler in Houston for gearbox assembly, testing, and subassembly work. You will read blueprints, measure parts, and document dimensions while maintaining a clean, safe work area and supporting cross-functional teams to quickly resolve issues.

The role requires the ability to lift 50 pounds, forklift skills, and a high school diploma. Overtime and some weekend work are possible, with comprehensive NOV benefits.

Qualifications

• Background in industrial machinery assembly required.
• Must read assembly blueprints in English.
• Forklift skills required.
• Material handling experience required.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Performs gear box assembly and testing.
• Reads blueprints and records dimensions.
• Cleans and maintains work area and tools.
• Maintains a safe working environment by following procedures.
• Collaborates with Purchasing, Quality, and Engineering to resolve issues.
• Overtime and weekend work may be required.
• Supports NOV HSE policies and procedures.

Skills

Industrial machinery assembly

Reading blueprints

Forklift operation

Material handling

Lift 50 pounds

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a 2nd shift detail-oriented and reliable Mechanical Assembler responsible for the assembly and testing of enclosed drive gearboxes. This manufacturing role will consist of gear box assembly/Twist element production and subassemblies, as well as monitoring equipment and performing measurements, troubleshooting, and correcting errors. Experience with material traceability, batch production and mechanical aptitude will be a big plus in this role.

Primary Responsibilities

• Performs gear box assembly and test
• Reads blueprints, calipers and other measuring instruments, records dimensions, and other details on production logs
• Cleans and maintains work area and equipment, including tools
• Maintains a safe working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Works with other facility teams (Purchasing, Quality, and Engineering) to ensure that assembly/test problems are addressed and resolved quickly
• Leaning and reaching for long periods of time may be required
• Overtime and occasional weekends will be required as needed
• Support all NOV HSE policies and procedures

Competitive Benefits

(visit usbenefits.nov.com for more information about our benefits offerings)

• 401(k) Retirement Plan - NOV matches every dollar up to 5% of base pay and overtime for every dollar you invest.
• Competitive medical plans that are effective your date of hire. Visit usbenefits.nov.com/cost-for-coverage for more information.
• FREE MDLIVE virtual visits (when enrolled in an NOV medical plan).
• FREE preventative medical and dental care for the entire family (when enrolled in an NOV medical/dental plan and seeing an in-network physician).
• FREE Basic Life and AD&D insurance at 2 times your annual salary (for full-time employees).
• All regular full-time employees start with 3 weeks of paid vacation per year (prorated based on start date). Pre-NOV relevant experience (years of service) may be considered for vacation accruals.
• All regular full-time employees receive up to 11 paid holidays per year.

Education & Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Background in industrial machinery assembly required
• Must be able to read assembly blueprints in English format
• Forklift skills required
• Material handling experience required
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds
• Minimum of 18 years of age