CNC Machinist

Responsibilities

• Operate under minimal supervision to produce high-quality parts using various machines, including CNC lathes and milling machines.
• Perform setup, operation, and inspection of parts to ensure conformance to specifications, maintaining tight tolerances and optimal efficiency.
• Study and interpret engineering drawings, manuals, specifications, and sample parts to determine dimensions, tolerances, sequence of operations, and setup requirements.
• Measure and mark dimensions and reference points on materials or work pieces to guide machining operations.
• Detect equipment malfunctions or out-of-tolerance conditions, make necessary machine adjustments within capability, and promptly report malfunctions to supervision.
• Assist in solving complex manufacturing challenges and participate in cost‑reduction and continuous‑improvement projects.
• Safely operate forklifts and other lifting devices to move parts and materials as required.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, engineers, production control, quality assurance, and other personnel to coordinate assignments and resolve machining or quality issues.
• Maintain equipment and work area cleanliness; perform routine preventive maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with all company health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2–3 years of hands‑on experience operating CNC machinery within a heavy manufacturing environment.
• Advanced ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications, with a strong understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Proficiency in basic and applied mathematics, including geometry and algebra, for material fabrication and dimensional calculations.

• Regular standing, use of hands to handle or feel objects, and effective communication through speech and hearing.
• Occasional walking, reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds on occasion.
• Vision requirements include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• May be occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and industrial vehicles.
• Noise level in the work environment is typically moderate.

• 401(k) retirement plan – NOV matches every dollar up to 5% of base pay and overtime.
• Competitive medical plans effective from hire date; coverage options vary by plan and family.
• Starting in 2026, free MDLIVE virtual visits for enrolled employees.
• Free preventative medical and dental care for eligible employees and families.
• Free basic life and AD&D insurance at 2 times annual salary (full‑time employees).
• Three weeks of paid vacation per year for full‑time employees, prorated based on start date.
• Up to 11 paid holidays per year for full‑time employees.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Oil and Gas