Mill Machinist

-; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a skilled machinist to operate Manual Mills and CNC machines. This role involves ensuring high-quality production through meticulous inspections and adherence to safety protocols. You will work in a dynamic environment, where your flexibility and attention to detail will be key to success. The company offers competitive benefits, including paid vacation, a robust retirement plan, and comprehensive medical coverage from day one. If you have a passion for machining and a commitment to quality, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Three weeks paid vacation

401(k) Retirement Plan

Competitive medical plans

FREE preventative medical and dental care

FREE Basic Life and AD&D insurance

Paid holidays and Flex Holidays

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years machining experience with a focus on Manual Mill operation.
• Familiarity with precision measuring tools and basic preventative maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Setup and operate Manual Mill and validate work instructions for accuracy.
• Conduct 100% inspections to meet dimensional and surface finish requirements.

Skills

Manual Mill Operation

CNC Machine Operation

Effective Communication

Attention to Detail

G-code Programming

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Vocational Education

Tools

Precision Measuring Tools

Overhead Lifting Equipment

LP Forklift

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Setup and operate Manual Mill with little assistance.
• Validate work instructions before machining to assure accuracy of operations.
• The ability to be flexible / adaptable to work on CNC machines / manual machines.
• Detect malfunctions or out of tolerance machining and adjust machine controls or control media as required.
• Document actions by completing work order routings.
• Work as a team player with others in a demanding fast-paced environment to meet frequently changing production.
• 100% inspections to ensure dimensional and surface finish requirements are met for all parts machined.
• Comply with all NOV Health Safety Environmental (HSE), HR, & Quality polices & procedures.
• Required PPE: safety eye protection, steel toe boots, and hard hat at all times.
• Keep equipment and work area clean and orderly and perform basic preventative maintenance.
• Must have a high standard of quality by minimizing scrap rate.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Must be familiar with precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, thread gauges, etc.
• Load parts utilizing overhead lifting equipment if needed, operating controls, deburring.
• Facilitate objectives for Safety, Quality, Innovation, provide feedback on process improvements, cost savings, and opportunities to work more efficiently and / or safely.
• Must have own tools.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

• Effective Communication.
• 3-5+ years machining experience, Manual Mill experience strongly preferred.
• Experience setting up and operating computer and mechanically controlled machine tools such as grinder, drill press, hydraulic press, etc.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Vocational education (commercial or shop training; technical school)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to adapt to change.
• Willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
• Experience with G-code Programming.
• Ability to accept feedback and deal calmly and effectively with stressful situations.
• Knowledge of lathes a plus.
• Operate a small LP forklift.
• Operate raw stock horizontal band saw.
• Good work ethic and flexibility to work overtime when needed.
• Ability to transition to CNC machines eventually.

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS

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

• All regular full-time employees start with three weeks of paid vacation per year (prorated based on start date).
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - NOV matches every dollar up to 5% for every dollar you invest.
• Competitive medical plans that cover your entire family (yourself, eligible spouse, and eligible children) on your first date of hire for as little as $131 per pay period (bi-weekly).
• Employees and their spouse enrolled in a medical plan can receive up to $350 (pre-tax) each per year for participating in Choose Well-being Rewards.
• 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 (for full-time employees).
• All regular full-time employees receive up to 9 paid holidays per year and 2 Flex Holidays.