CNC Mill Machinist - 2nd Shift

NOVHouston, TX
Onsite

About The Position

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. Under the direction of a supervisor and/or experienced machinist, responsible for quality parts produced on CNC machines such as, but not limited, vertical or horizontal milling machines in a timely, safe and efficient manner.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent combination or education and experience.
  • Necessary PPE should be worn at all times as per JHA and task requirement.
  • 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.
  • Knowledge of editing NC 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.
  • Lifting 40 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

  • Robotic palletizer knowledge and troubleshooting is a plus.
  • Robotic CNC loading knowledge and troubleshooting is a plus.
  • 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.

Responsibilities

  • 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 NC 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.
  • Operate forklift as needed.
  • Operate Overhead Cranes.
  • 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.
  • 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.

Benefits

  • 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.
  • 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.
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