CNC Lathe Machinist

The CNC Machinist will safely and efficiently set up, program, and operate CNC milling and turning equipment. The role supports high-mix, low-volume production of precision oilfield components, requiring frequent setups, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work independently across varying part families.

Independently set up, prove out, and operate Okuma and Mazak CNC lathes and mills, including work holding, tooling, offsets, and first-piece validation. Load, inspect, and secure workpieces and tooling according to specifications. Interpret engineering drawings, CNC programs, and work orders. Monitor machine performance, adjust parameters, and troubleshoot issues in real time.

Perform routine preventive maintenance and document machine logs. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in compliance with OSHA guidelines. Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to resolve non‑conformances. Produces good quality product that fully meets specifications. Record production data, tool life, and scrap rates for continuous improvement.

Ability to hold close tolerances, including features requiring ±.0005" when specified. Works to a dispatch report and ensure that jobs are run in proper sequence. Ensure proper machining of product to ensure products that can be sent to the next operation are within specification. Perform other work-related tasks as assigned.

Comply with all NOV Company and HSE policies and procedures. 3+ years of hands‑on experience operating Okuma and/or Mazak CNC lathes and mills. Proficient in CNC setup and offset management, with the ability to read and understand G- and M-code, required. Experience creating conversational programs, particularly Mazatrol, is strongly preferred.

High school diploma or GED required; technical certification in CNC machining preferred. Demonstrated ability to work safely with high‑speed rotating equipment. Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to make quick adjustments on the shop floor. Basic math skills (algebra, geometry) and familiarity with measurement tools.

Ability to work rotating shifts and overtime as required by production demands. Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment. Physical Requirements: Regularly required to sit or stand, bend, and reach. Regularly required to operate a computer and other office machinery using finger dexterity for typing and writing.

Regularly required to communicate, converse with, and exchange information by means of the spoken and written word. Regularly required to perform light physical effort to lift or move lightweight materials up to 40 pounds. Regularly required to view a computer screen. Behavioral Expectations: Excellence Team Oriented Integrity Respectful Hardworking Dependable