Machinist-Tulsa

NOV•Tulsa, OK

About The Position

Safely operate and support production on the bolt manufacturing machine and associated equipment, following established procedures and safety requirements. The role supports a target of approximately 4,000 bolts per month from the second bolt machine. Set up, operate, and adjust machining equipment to produce bolts and other parts to required specifications, drawings, and tolerances. Perform dimensional inspections and quality checks, monitor machine performance, and make adjustments to maintain production quality and efficiency. Identify equipment, tooling, or process issues and coordinate with supervision and maintenance personnel to minimize downtime. Perform basic preventive maintenance, clean machines, care for tooling and equipment, and maintain accurate production and inspection documentation. The machinist may also provide support in other areas as workload requires and work with production, quality, maintenance, and supervision to meet production goals.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
Basic knowledge of machining principles, mechanical aptitude, and ability to use hand tools.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and measurements.
Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
Good communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English, orally and in writing.
Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs as required.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a machining, manufacturing, or technical program.

Responsibilities

Assist in setting up and operating CNC and/or manual machines, including lathes, mills, and grinders.
Follow blueprints, technical drawings, and work instructions to manufacture parts accurately.
Measure and inspect finished parts using calipers, micrometers, and other precision instruments.
Monitor machine operations and adjust equipment to maintain consistent production, quality, and efficiency.
Identify equipment, tooling, and process issues and report them to senior machinists or supervisors; work with maintenance personnel to minimize downtime.
Perform basic preventive maintenance and machine cleaning, and care for tooling and equipment.
Minimize scrap, rework, and material waste by following machining processes and quality standards.
Maintain production, inspection, and machine-related documentation as required.
Keep the work area clean and organized and follow housekeeping and workplace safety standards.
Provide machining support in other areas as workload and production requirements dictate.
Collaborate with machinists, production personnel, quality, maintenance, and supervision to meet daily and monthly production goals.
Support continuous improvement efforts to increase efficiency and quality.
Learn and apply shop safety procedures and proper use of tools and equipment.