CNC Mill Machinist - 2nd Shift

Job Description

Responsible for using expert knowledge to operate and control computer numerically controlled (CNC) machines. Maintain knowledge of G & M codes and input them into CNC machines for production, while ensuring products have precise and accurate measurements.

Primary Responsibilities

• Under the direction of a supervisor and/or experienced machinist, responsible for quality parts produced on CNC machines such as, but not limited, to lathes and milling machines in a timely, safe and efficient manner.
• Operate, perform set-up changes and first article inspections on production runs utilizing CNC Machines.
• Load parts utilizing overhead lifting equipment, proving tapes, operating controls, setting offsets, simple edits, deburring and inspection of quality parts for conformance to requirements.
• Identify problems before production runs, then start and observe machine operation to detect any other malfunctions or out-of-tolerance conditions, and adjust machine controls or control media as required.
• Read blueprints, precision measuring instruments and job orders to determine dimensions, tolerance and tooling requirements.
• Maintain knowledge of dimensions and tolerances for tooling instructions such as fixtures, feed rates, cutting speeds, depth of cut and cutting tools to be used.
• Prove out new programs and make simple edits of CNC programs on at least one or more numerically controlled machines.
• Keep equipment and work area clean and orderly and perform basic preventative maintenance functions on equipment.
• Perform other work related tasks as assigned.
• Comply with all NOV Company and HSE policies and procedures.

Facility/Group Specific Responsibilities

• Operate forklift as needed
• Operate Overhead Cranes

Education & Experience Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent combination or education and experience
• Robotic palletizer knowledge and troubleshooting is a plus
• Robotic CNC loading knowledge and troubleshooting is a plus

Job Requirements

• Verifies proper quality documents and other paperwork is present prior to start of work
• Completes Dimensional reports and machine logs for all items machined
• Operates a forklift and lifting devices for movement of parts
• Communicates with supervisor, planners, engineers, production control, quality and other shop personnel as it relates to the job
• Necessary PPE should be worn at all times as per JHA and task requirement
• Responsible for keeping equipment and work area clean and orderly and perform basic preventative maintenance functions on equipment
• May perform other duties as assigned by supervisor
• Lifting 40 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 40 pounds

Behavioral Competencies

• Must be adaptable to changing work environment, competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events
• Ability to work effectively with different people and teams of people by putting others to ease
• Staying on task and following the procedures without deviation
• Must be able to work in a fast paced manufacturing environment
• Team Player
• Communication Skills

Technical Competencies

• Knowledge of editing CNC programs
• Knowledge of CNC Machine setup
• Knowledge of parts quality inspection
• Read and understand blueprints
• Knowledge of dimension and tolerance measurements
• Knowledge of measurement instruments
• Basic Computer knowledge
• Working knowledge of various tool holders, cutting tools, boring bars, and insert used on various machines
• Robotic palletizer and Robotic CNC loading equipment knowledge and troubleshooting
• Advanced knowledge of reading drawings and specifications with an understanding of geometric tolerancing and dimensions
• Advanced knowledge of precision measuring instruments and the application of such instruments. Instruments should include but not limited to calipers, ID/OD micrometers, depth gages, indicators and tape measures
• Advanced knowledge of understanding programmed segments and corresponding operations

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 are effective your date of hire. Visit usbenefits.nov.com/cost-for-coverage for more information.
• FREE MDLIVE virtual visits (when enrolled in an NOV medical plan).
• 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 at 2 times your annual salary (for full-time employees).
• All regular full-time employees start with 3 weeks of paid vacation per year (prorated based on start date). Pre-NOV relevant experience (years of service) may be considered for vacation accruals.
• All regular full-time employees receive up to 11 paid holidays per year.

Job Info

• Job Identification 42802
• Job Category Machinist
• Posting Date 07/21/2026, 02:42 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Night
• Locations 12002 West Little York, Houston, TX, 77041, US