Robot Operator (Night Shift)

National Oilwell Varco; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled CNC Operator to join their dynamic team. This role involves preparing and operating CNC machines, ensuring quality control, and maintaining equipment. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in a heavy manufacturing environment and a strong understanding of precision measuring instruments. You will be responsible for monitoring operations, troubleshooting issues, and contributing to a safe and efficient workplace. Join a company that values your expertise and offers competitive benefits, including comprehensive medical plans and a robust retirement plan. If you are passionate about manufacturing and ready to take your career to the next level, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

Competitive medical plans

Free preventative medical care

Free Basic Life and AD&D insurance

3 weeks of paid vacation

Up to 11 paid holidays

Qualifications

• 2+ years of CNC machine operation in a heavy manufacturing environment.
• Advanced knowledge of precision measuring instruments and reading blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Prepare equipment for coating operations and perform safety checks.
• Independently operate equipment and monitor for malfunctions.
• Assist in training other employees and solve complex operational problems.

Skills

CNC machine operation

Precision measuring instruments

Blueprint reading

Basic math skills

Forklift operation

Welding experience

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

CNC lathes

CNC milling machines

Calipers

Micrometers

Depth gauges

Indicators

Scales

Job description

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and pre-set all necessary equipment/tooling needed for coating operations & perform safety checks on all equipment/tooling before using:
  • Load/unload parts onto engine lache for coating operations
  • Set guards and stops to accommodate various plunger sizes
• Load powder into Spray Hopper according to drawing specification and/or discuss any errors with supervisor to resolve problems:
  • Verify setup meets acceptable quality standards regarding parameters for spray equipment
  • Calculate and set machine controls to position spindle in relationship to part and to regulate factors
• Independently operate equipment and monitor displays and operation to detect malfunctions.
• Measure parts for conformance to blueprint specifications.
• Operate equipment manually to perform non-automated functions, adjust controls to correct malfunctions or out-of-tolerance processes, and when automatic programming is faulty or equipment malfunctions.
• Record and collect data and information needed for records.
• Assist in the solution of complex plant operating problems and/or cost reduction projects.
• Assist in training other employees.
• Properly clean and/or contain any spills, leaks, or overflows of hazardous materials.
• Clean equipment, tooling, and parts and perform Preventative Maintenance as assigned.
• Operate a forklift and lifting devices for movement of parts.
• Responsible for the enforcement of all Company Health, Safety and Environmental rules.
• May perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Minimum of 2 years or more experience operating CNC machines such as lathes and milling machines in a heavy manufacturing environment.
• Advanced knowledge and application of precision measuring instruments and the application of such instruments. Instruments should include but not limited to calipers, ID and OD micrometers, depth gages, indicators, and scales.
• Advanced knowledge of reading drawings and specifications with an advanced understanding of geometric tolerancing and dimensions.
• Must possess basic math skills to include but not limited to adding, subtracting, multiplication, division, geometry, and algebra for the purpose of calculating material fabrication.
• Advanced knowledge of various tool holders, cutting tools, boring bars, and inserts used on various machines.
• Must be able to operate a forklift and lifting devices for movement of parts.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.
• Must be able to communicate in English (both written and oral) as it relates to the job.
• Welding experience is strongly preferred.

PHYSICAL/NON-PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands or arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 lbs and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs (reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions).

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS:

• 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 cover your entire family (yourself, eligible spouse, and eligible children) as of your first date of hire for as little as $125 per pay period (bi-weekly).
• 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 start with 3 weeks of paid vacation per year (prorated based on start date).
• All regular full-time employees receive up to 11 paid holidays per year.