NOV

Global oilfield equipment and services provider

Machine Operator

Machine & Process OperationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeOdessa, TX, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED is required.
One to two years of experience operating industrial machinery is required.
A basic understanding of health, safety, and environmental (HSE) and quality control (QC) requirements is required.
The ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals is required.
Basic math and measurement skills are required.
The ability to work rotating shifts and overtime as needed is required.
Commitment to safety and adherence to company policies are required.
Effective communication skills and the ability to work in a team are required.

Responsibilities

Operate and monitor assigned machinery to meet daily production targets and ensure consistent output and equipment reliability.
Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and minor repairs.
Monitor equipment performance and report abnormalities.
Document production data, maintenance activities, and safety observations.
Follow all human resources (HR), health, safety, and environmental (HSE), quality control (QC), and company policies and procedures.
Assist shop and yard personnel with material handling and equipment setup as needed.
Maintain a clean and organized work area in compliance with safety standards.
Participate in shift handovers and communicate status updates.
Support inventory control by tracking consumables and spare parts.
Engage in continuous improvement initiatives and training programs.

Desired Qualifications

Technical training is preferred.
Forklift or other relevant equipment certification is a plus.
Strong problem-solving skills and mechanical aptitude are desirable.

The Operator.Machine.I will operate and monitor production equipment in Service Cell 1, ensuring consistent output and equipment reliability. The role includes routine preventive maintenance, quick troubleshooting, and compliance with all health, safety, environmental, quality, and corporate policies. Additional duties involve assisting the shop and yard teams as needed to keep operations running smoothly.

High school diploma or GED; technical training preferred.
1-2 years of experience operating industrial machinery.
Basic understanding of HSE and QC requirements.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals.
Proficiency in basic math and measurement skills.
Forklift or other relevant equipment certification is a plus.
Strong problem‑solving and mechanical aptitude.
Effective communication skills and ability to work in a team.
Willingness to work rotating shifts and overtime as needed.
Commitment to safety and adherence to company policies.

Operate assigned machinery to meet daily production targets.
Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and minor repairs.
Monitor equipment performance and report any abnormalities.
Document production data, maintenance activities, and safety observations.
Follow all HR, HSE, QC, and company policies and procedures.
Assist the shop and yard personnel with material handling and equipment setup.
Maintain a clean and organized work area in compliance with safety standards.
Participate in shift handovers and communicate status updates effectively.
Support inventory control by tracking consumables and spare parts.
Engage in continuous improvement initiatives and training programs.

About the Company

NOV

Global oilfield equipment and services provider

NOV Inc. provides equipment, technology, and services for the upstream oil and gas industry, designing, manufacturing, and selling drilling and production systems along with oilfield services and supply-chain solutions. Its offerings span complete drilling and production solutions and composite piping through Fiber Glass Systems to support safe, efficient operations and energy-transition projects. With a presence in over 500 locations on six continents, NOV differentiates itself by delivering integrated fabrication, equipment, services, and supply-chain capabilities across regions and markets, including renewables and industrial sectors. Its goal is to help operators run safer, more efficient, and more reliable upstream projects while expanding into energy-transition and other industrial markets.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Houston, TX
Founded: 1841

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