Gauge Lab Assistant
Listed on 2026-06-28
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Manufacturing / Production
Production QC/QA
Gauge Lab Assistant / Quality Assistant
Duration:
Temp to Hire
Location:
Houston, TX 77041
Shift: Day Shift
Client:
National Oilwell Varco
Pay Rate: 18.0 USD
Education Required
- High School Diploma Or GED
Schedule:
Monday Through Friday - 5:00am To 5:30pm
- Saturdays Needed Depending On Workload (Half-Day)
Good written and verbal communication
Proficient in computer usage
- Outlook, Excel, Word, Adobe
Previous experience using office copier to scan and copy documents
Must be able to multi-task
Main Work Duties:
Ship and receive orders for the gauge lab.
Learn calibration software and procedures
Perform inspection and maintain files of documents
Track shipments and update accordingly
Job Role:
NOV is actively recruiting a Gauge Lab Assistant in Houston, TX. If you are looking for a new opportunity with an engaging team and have experience in shipping and receiving or inspection and measuring, join our Metrology lab team and apply for the role of the assistant!
Job Summary:
Prepare and maintain records related to the Metrology Lab processes. Perform shipping and receiving processes. Maintain and control measuring equipment and calibration files.
Primary Responsibilities:
Perform receiving inspection of equipment. Operates forklift.
Perform status updates in the software database.
Prepare routers and maintain files of documents.
Cleans equipment for calibration and applies protection wax for shipments.
Maintain and arrange measuring equipment orders flow for calibration.
Prepare and coordinate failed equipment into Quarantine.
Coordinating and tracking of loan gages.
Strive for continuous improvement in facility safety and quality.
Perform other work-related tasks as assigned.
Comply with all NOV Company and HSE policies and procedures.
Facility/Group Specific Responsibilities:
Able to pass the color and acuity eye test.
Knowledge of personal computers and versatility in their usage.
Education & Experience
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED.
Experience in shipping and receiving or inspection and measuring is highly preferred
Must be able to read and write in English.
Job Requirements:
Maintaining orderly control of company-owned tools and gauges to provide a timely supply of calibrated measuring equipment to various departments, work groups, and other facilities.
Maintaining calibration records on all measuring and testing equipment.
Coordinating and tracking the loan and use of calibrated company equipment.
Review and apply the calibration procedures and documentation requirements necessary to ensure compliance.
Prepare routers from Rig Docs and Packing List for incoming calibration orders.
Verify routers have been satisfied prior to releasing the gages from the Metrology Lab.
Scan routers and add to Gage Router Folder/Completed Router Goals Folder.
Update status of gages in a software system.
Run Due for Calibration reports and email contacts.
Collect gages due for calibration in the Metrology Lab area.
Ship and receive orders for the Metrology Lab.
Works in the Metrology Lab environment setting on computer 50% of the day, 50% cleaning, preparing and shipping gage processes.
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