Machine Shop Helper Jobs in Houma, LA (NOW HIRING)

About Us

Benoit is a leading provider of premium threading, completion products, and engineered services for the upstream oil and gas industry. With 215,000 sq ft of total manufacturing space company-wide, we design and manufacture a comprehensive range of wellbore and running tools for exploration and production operations. With over 200 million feet of tubulars run worldwide and more than 400 deepwater and ultra-deepwater completions executed, we bring proven experience to every project. Our operations are guided by four core values: Service, Quality, Integrity, and Innovation. These principles shape our decisions, define our standards, and ensure consistent alignment across our organization.

At Benoit, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We foster a diverse and inclusive workforce and offer a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes paid time off (PTO), holidays, health benefits, 401k profit sharing, basic and supplemental life insurance, long- and short-term disability coverage, and education assistance. If you are driven and seeking to contribute your skills to a company with a strong legacy, proven performance, and a forward-looking vision, we invite you to apply

The function of the Rack/Shop Personnel is to maintain the tubing, on Tubing Department threading racks as required. The Rack/Shop Personnel reports to Manager-Machine Shop-Tubulars and has authority over no other employee.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

1. Coordinate with the Machine Shop Supervisor, Machine Operator, Movement Personnel, and the QC Specialist to maintain uninterrupted workflow at each machine station.

2. Remove and/or replace thread protectors as needed.

3. Thoroughly apply rust inhibitor to all threaded connections which have passed QC inspection.

4. Install pin-end protectors before bundling or moving any threaded pipe.

5. Maintain a clean, safe work area.

6. Safe, efficient operation of the overhead hoist to manage tubing on the threading rack.

7. Immediately report to the Machine Shop Supervisor any coolant or machine oils draining onto the ground in the rack area.

Qualifications may include, but are not limited to:

• Previous experience in a manufacturing, machine shop, or industrial environment preferred

• Ability to safely operate an overhead hoist and handle tubular products

• Knowledge of thread protectors, rust inhibitor application, and pipe handling procedures preferred

• Ability to coordinate effectively with supervisors, machine operators, movement personnel, and quality personnel

• Ability to identify and report equipment malfunctions, fluid leaks, safety hazards, and quality concerns

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship

• Ability to follow work instructions, safety procedures, and company policies

• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment while maintaining safety and efficiency

• Ability to maintain a clean and organized work area

• Must be able to work in the United States without sponsorship, now or in the future

Physical requirements may include, but are not limited to:

• Lift, move, adjust, push, pull, and carry objects to waist height up to 75 lbs. without assistance and up to 100 lbs. with assistance

• Lift, move, adjust, push, pull, and carry objects from waist to shoulder height up to 75 lbs. without assistance and up to 100 lbs. with assistance

• Frequent standing, occasional sitting, and walking throughout shift and facility

• Frequent bending, reaching, and stooping

• Occasional use of stairs

• Operation of forklift

• Visual acuity to see clearly at various distances, including reading small print or monitoring equipment

• Use of handheld tools

• Fine motor skills such as using hand tools for extended periods of time

• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks for extended periods of time without significant fatigue

• Exposure to all outdoor weather elements, temperature extremes, and noise

Must be able to work in the United States without sponsorship, now or in the future.

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