CNC Machinist (DMG, Mazak, Integrex)

Role Overview

CNC Machinist position at NOV. The role involves programming, setting up, and operating computer numerical control (CNC) machines to produce machined parts while maintaining part quality, safety standards, and company equipment.

Role Purpose

Produce precision machined parts by programming and operating CNC machines, maintaining strict quality and safety standards, and ensuring all components meet engineering specifications and tolerances.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Production

• Produce and machine threaded connections and parts according to provided drawings and programs.
• Program, set up, and operate CNC machines to manufacture components.
• Observe and listen to operating machines and equipment to diagnose malfunctions and determine the need for adjustments.
• Study first article parts, drawings, and engineering information to determine methods and sequences of operations needed for machining products.
• Determine product dimensions and tolerances based on engineering specifications.

Quality & Inspection

• Inspect and verify that each thread and part is generated according to provided specifications.
• Verify parts and work orders for accuracy and completeness.
• Ensure items are designed and built correctly to specification.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all safety rules and policies provided by NOV.
• Know, understand, and follow all company and department safety rules.
• Take responsibility for company equipment care, use, and protection.

Maintenance & Housekeeping

• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Superintendent.

Coordination

• Follow all guidelines provided by the Superintendent.
• Perform job duties accurately and responsibly.

Qualifications & Experience

• Industrial or manufacturing diploma post-high school, or vocational training courses in mechanical engineering.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in machining.
• Work experience in Turner, Machinist, and Fitter trades.
• Experience operating DMG MORI Beta and Gamma machines.
• Experience operating Mazak machines: Smooth Integrex i-500s, Integrex 400-IV, ST450, STN500/550M.
• Experience operating Doosan machines: Puma700LM, DBC130L.
• Oil and gas experience in the manufacturing field.
• Familiarity with operating CNC machines on Rotatory Shoulder Connections (API, Grant Prideco, Tenaris, Vam, etc.).
• Familiarity with HWDP (Drill pipe, Drill Collars, and Drill Stem Components).

Skills & Competencies

• Demonstrate mathematical skills to understand complex instructions and ensure correct design and manufacture.
• Apply problem-solving skills to diagnose why machines are not at peak performance, increase output, and fix errors.
• Maintain attention to detail to work with precision equipment where tolerances of thousandths of an inch are critical.
• Apply mechanical and technical skills including CAD/CAM technology understanding.
• Understand process improvement knowledge.
• Communicate verbally and in writing in English.
• Take and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Apply functional and technical skills.
• Demonstrate tooling expertise.
• Exercise coordination capability and sound judgment.
• Sustain stamina for long hours of repetitive work.