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CNC Machinist

National Oilwell Varco

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Houma, LA
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Job Description

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Job Overview:

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Setup and operate CNC Machines with no assistance under minimal supervision
  • Validate machine programs and work instructions before machining to assure accuracy of operations under minimal supervision
  • The ability to be flexible/adaptable to work on CNC machines across multiple manufacturers. 
  • Develop work-holding requirements
  • Detect malfunctions or out of tolerance machining and adjust machine controls or control media as required and have the ability to correct these issues to meet the production team’s goal.
  • Possess strong knowledge and fundamentals to be able to train more Jr. level Machinist.
  • Set up and operate CNC Machines for first article to prove out program and set up instructions.
  • Document actions by completing work order routings.
  • Proof programs without assistance
  • Maintain continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
  • Work as a team player with others in a demanding fast-paced environment to meet frequently changing production.
  • Report problems to responsible management levels.
  • Meeting established company production goals.
  • Process remaining parts while conducting constant checks and inspections to ensure dimensional and surface finish requirements are met for the entire part run.
  • Maintain safe operations by adhering to NOV safety policies and procedures.
  • Participate in actions which promote a safety and quality culture within NOV
  • Comply with all NOV Company and Quality, Health Safety Environmental polices & procedures
  • Ensure compliance of the company’s overall objectives
  • Other duties as assigned by Supervisor and/or Plant Manager

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

  •  7+ years CNC experience, on-the-job training to include completion of 2-year Machine Technology certificate or comparable experience with trade school.
  • Ability to work with Conversational Programming.
  • Experience setting up and operating computer and mechanically controlled machine tools such as CNC Machines, grinder, drill press, hydraulic press, etc.
  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Vocational education (commercial or shop training; technical school)
  • Understand (G&M) Code         

JOB REQUIREMENTS

  • Ability to adapt to change.
  • Ability to accept of feedback and deal calmly and effectively with stressful situations.
  • Ability to utilize interpersonal and communication techniques, working in a team environment, and dealing with a wide variety of personalities and communication styles.
  • Ability to develop constructive and cooperative working.
  • Willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
  • Understanding when own work logically relates to the work of others and coordinate with them and when additional tasks must be performed to complete an assignment.
  • Recognize when, despite best efforts, work will not be done and notifies supervision.

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

  • 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)
  • 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 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