CNC Machine Operator (Entry Level)

Job summary

Manufacturing and quality

• Manufacture stators and rotors and follow the procedures for each manufacturing process.
• Review procedures to remain familiar with critical process parameters.
• Perform quality checks at each stage before planning or transferring work to the next process.
• Check stators and rotors before processing and ensure review is complete before advancing them.
• Ensure machines run as required and record process parameters and readings.

Equipment and documentation

• Operate overhead cranes to move parts and products; operate boilers, generators, air compressors, or forklifts when needed or advised.
• Maintain tools, gauges, and equipment; complete machine checklists, paper routers, or ERP records.
• Assist with machine or facility repairs and support maintenance technicians during critical breakdowns.
• Control the use of elastomer and chemicals issued to the shop floor.
• Handle products, tubes, and cores at elevated temperatures using required safety procedures.

Safety and improvement

• Follow operating procedures, job hazard analyses, NOV HSE policies, and safe working practices; correct or report hazards.
• Maintain housekeeping according to 5S and maintain relevant HSE logs.
• Participate in continuous improvement and problem-solving; raise improvement, risk, safety, and good-practice observations.
• Provide training to new hires or operators in the certification program and perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Education and skills

• High school diploma or equivalent with knowledge of basic math.
• Knowledge of measuring tools, gauges, and tools; ability to understand routers, drawings, and procedures.
• Ability to communicate in English orally and in writing.
• Understanding of pneumatic, hydraulic, and basic electrical systems, with mechanical aptitude.
• Experience in safe use of power tools in manufacturing industries.
• Ability to understand basic engineering drawings, explain basic technical information, and document, store, and retrieve information under basic QMS requirements.
• Forklift license/certification is required when forklift operation is needed or advised.

Additional operator checks