Polisher Lathe Operator

About the Company

National Oilwell Varco is a leading supplier of drilling products around the world. We are a Fortune 500 company with a global HSE program and a strong commitment to the safety of our employees. Our products are used by major Energy and Service companies to drill and complete oil & gas wells all across the globe.

500 Conroe Park West Dr, Conroe, TX 77303.

Our Conroe Facility produces downhole products for drilling activities in North America. Our plant operates 24/7 to meet high demand and provides a clean, air‑conditioned 300,000 sq. ft. fabrication environment with advanced CNC machines. This role assists in maintaining high‑quality machining operations and supporting the maintenance team.

• Maintain accurate and detailed records on all grinding and lathe machining processes.
• Perform work safely and adhere to applicable OSHA regulations and HVOF cell rules.
• Maintain machine logs and cleaning schedule.
• Track cell production scheduling.
• Perform preventive maintenance functions as needed.
• Assist maintenance personnel with technical troubleshooting and basic machine maintenance.
• Use micrometers and measuring instruments for precision work.
• Operate Bauer Lathe Polisher system.
• Read process control documentation and solve problems.
• Use computers and Windows for documentation.
• Communicate effectively with team members.
• Apply troubleshooting skills and adapt to new technology.

• Inspect or measure finished work pieces to determine conformance to specifications.
• Measure work pieces and lay out work using precision measuring devices.
• Observe machine operations to detect problems and adjust machines accordingly.
• Move machine controls to index work pieces and adjust machines for selected settings.
• Study blueprints, work orders or machining instructions to determine specifications.
• Select machine tooling based on production requirements.
• Mount and position tools in machine chucks, spindles, or other holding devices.
• Operate grinding and related tools to remove excess material or burrs.
• Set and adjust machine controls according to product specifications.
• Brush or spray lubricating compounds on work pieces, or direct coolant flow.
• Lift and position work pieces manually or with hoists and secure them in hoppers or on machine tables.
• Repair or replace machine parts with hand tools or notify engineering personnel.
• Compute machine indexings and settings for specified dimensions.
• Maintain stocks of machine parts and machining tools.
• Thread and hand‑feed materials through cutters or abraders.
• Adjust air cylinders and setting stops for traverse lengths and feed arm strokes.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Lathe and grinding equipment background preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience using a machining lather or cylindrical O/D grinder.

• Safety first mindset.
• Integrity.
• Trustworthiness.
• Perseverance.
• Pride in a job well done.
• Drive for results.
• Desire to work with others to find solutions and meet goals.

• Ability to read process control documentation.
• Identify/s solve problems.
• Computer and Windows proficiency.
• Effective communication.
• Troubleshooting skills.
• Physical ability.
• Complete documentation and general math calculations.

• Open to new ideas and adaptable to changing technology.

• Competitive wages.
• Opportunities for professional & personal growth and learning.
• Great health & wellness benefits.
• Vacation, sick & holiday pay.

NOV is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates are given consideration for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type:

Full‑time

$90,000.00 – $