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60 Nov Quality Inspector Jobs Hiring Near You

CNC Lathe Machinist

Houston, TX · On-site

$21 - $26.75/hr

Comply with all NOV Company and HSE policies and procedures. FACILITY/GROUP SPECIFIC ... Knowledge of parts quality inspection * Read and understand blueprints * Knowledge of dimension and ...

CNC Lathe Machinist

Houston, TX · On-site

$21 - $26.75/hr

Comply with all NOV Company and HSE policies and procedures. FACILITY/GROUP SPECIFIC ... Knowledge of parts quality inspection * Read and understand blueprints * Knowledge of dimension and ...

CNC Lathe Machinist - 2nd Shift

Houston, TX · On-site

$21 - $26.75/hr

Comply with all NOV Company and HSE policies and procedures. FACILITY/GROUP SPECIFIC ... Knowledge of parts quality inspection * Read and understand blueprints * Knowledge of dimension and ...

MIG Welder

Pampa, TX

$17.50 - $21.50/hr

Weld, grind, and repair each Wind Tower section prior to presenting it to the Quality Inspectors ... Starting in 2026, FREE MDLIVE virtual visits (when enrolled in an NOV medical plan). FREE ...

MIG Welder

Pampa, TX · On-site

$17.50 - $21.50/hr

This person will also repair all weld defects as directed by the Quality Inspectors • Perform ... Pre-NOV relevant experience (years of service) may be considered for vacation accruals. • All ...

... NOV. Primary Responsibilities and Major Tasks Design and implement quality control processes, sampling systems, procedures, and statistical techniques. Develop or specify inspection and testing ...

... NOV. Primary Responsibilities and Major Tasks Design and implement quality control processes, sampling systems, procedures, and statistical techniques. Develop or specify inspection and testing ...

CNC Lathe Machinist - 2nd Shift

Houston, TX · On-site

$21 - $26.75/hr

Comply with all NOV Company and HSE policies and procedures. FACILITY/GROUP SPECIFIC ... Knowledge of parts quality inspection * Read and understand blueprints * Knowledge of dimension and ...

CNC Lathe Machinist

Houston, TX

$21 - $26.75/hr

Comply with all NOV Company and HSE policies and procedures. FACILITY/GROUP SPECIFIC ... Knowledge of parts quality inspection * Read and understand blueprints * Knowledge of dimension and ...

Quality Technician

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$15.50 - $21/hr

Inspect, reject or accept product according to visual standard, weight, tally and other Q.C. ... Comply with all NOV Company policies, guidelines and procedures * Comply with all HSE policies ...

CNC Lathe Machinist - 2nd Shift

Houston, TX

$21 - $26.75/hr

Comply with all NOV Company and HSE policies and procedures. FACILITY/GROUP SPECIFIC ... Knowledge of parts quality inspection * Read and understand blueprints * Knowledge of dimension and ...

Quality Technician

San Antonio, TX

$15.50 - $21/hr

Inspect, reject or accept product according to visual standard, weight, tally and other Q.C. ... Comply with all NOV Company policies, guidelines and procedures * Comply with all HSE policies ...

CNC Lathe Machinist

Houston, TX · On-site

$21 - $26.75/hr

Comply with all NOV Company and HSE policies and procedures. FACILITY/GROUP SPECIFIC ... Knowledge of parts quality inspection * Read and understand blueprints * Knowledge of dimension and ...

The Inspector is required to perform nondestructive testing on various industry components and ... Performing quality checks throughout production runs. * Inform the Supervisor/Manager or designee ...

The Inspector is required to perform nondestructive testing on various industry components and ... Performing quality checks throughout production runs. * Inform the Supervisor/Manager or designee ...

Quality Engineer

Houston, TX

$68K - $88K/yr

Develop and maintain quality documentation including procedures, work instructions, inspection ... ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certification preferred Veterans Welcome At NOV Fiberglass ...

Quality Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$68K - $88K/yr

Develop and maintain quality documentation including procedures, work instructions, inspection ... ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certification preferred Veterans Welcome At NOV Fiberglass ...

CNC Machinist

Houston, TX · On-site

$19.50 - $26.75/hr

... and inspection of quality parts for conformance to requirements * Identify problems before ... Comply with all NOV Company and HSE policies and procedures BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES * Must be ...

Develop and maintain quality documentation including procedures, work instructions, inspection ... Veteran's Welcome At NOV, we proudly support and hire U.S. military veterans. Your leadership and ...

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NOV Jobs Information

Do workers at NOV get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
73% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 45 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2026.

Does NOV pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
81% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 52 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2026.

Is the health insurance from NOV affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
92% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 83% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 6% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 11% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2025.

Do workers at NOV worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
78% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2026.

Do NOV workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
54% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and September 2025.

How easy is it for NOV workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
48% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at NOV?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
92% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 49 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2026.

Do NOV managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
89% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 47 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2026.

Do jobs at NOV spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
15% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at NOV?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
88% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 51 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2026.

Is working at NOV good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
71% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2026.

Do people at NOV feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
82% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 44 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2026.

Do people at NOV get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
73% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2026.

Is it stressful to work at NOV?

Most people feel stressed out here.
69% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 52 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2026.

Do people at NOV enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
78% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2026.

Do people at NOV recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
47% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 53 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at NOV?

Most people got enough training when they started.
72% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 50 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2026.

Do people get support to advance at NOV?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 42% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 45 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2026.

Do people think NOV’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
75% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how NOV is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
36% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 44 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2026.
Infographic showing various Quality Inspector job openings at Nov in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 98% Full Time, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution.
CNC Lathe Machinist

CNC Lathe Machinist

NOV

Houston, TX • On-site

$21 - $26.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.


NOV rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 53 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

158th of 418 rated machine equipment manufacturers


Job description

Responsible for using expert knowledge to operate and control computer numerically controlled (CNC) machines. Maintain knowledge of G & M codes and input them into CNC machines for production, while ensuring products have precise and accurate measurements.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Under the direction of a supervisor and/or experienced machinist, responsible for quality parts produced on CNC machines such as, but not limited, to lathes and milling machines in a timely, safe and efficient manner.
  • Operate, perform set-up changes and first article inspections on production runs utilizing CNC Machines.
  • Load parts utilizing overhead lifting equipment, proving tapes, operating controls, setting offsets, simple edits, deburring and inspection of quality parts for conformance to requirements.
  • Identify problems before production runs, then start and observe machine operation to detect any other malfunctions or out-of-tolerance conditions, and adjust machine controls or control media as required.
  • Read blueprints, precision measuring instruments and job orders to determine dimensions, tolerance and tooling requirements.
  • Maintain knowledge of dimensions and tolerances for tooling instructions such as fixtures, feed rates, cutting speeds, depth of cut and cutting tools to be used.
  • Prove out new programs and make simple edits of NC programs on at least one or more numerically controlled machines.
  • Keep equipment and work area clean and orderly and perform basic preventative maintenance functions on equipment.
  • Perform other work related tasks as assigned.
  • Comply with all NOV Company and HSE policies and procedures.

FACILITY/GROUP SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Operate forklift as needed
  • Operate Overhead Cranes

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS
  • High School Diploma or equivalent combination or education and experience
  • Robotic palletizer knowledge and troubleshooting is a plus
  • Robotic CNC loading knowledge and troubleshooting is a plus

JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • Verifies proper quality documents and other paperwork is present prior to start of work
  • Completes Dimensional reports and machine logs for all items machined
  • Operates a forklift and lifting devices for movement of parts
  • Communicates with supervisor, planners, engineers, production control, quality and other shop personnel as it relates to the job
  • Necessary PPE should be worn at all times as per JHA and task requirement
  • Responsible for keeping equipment and work area clean and orderly and perform basic preventative maintenance functions on equipment
  • May perform other duties as assigned by supervisor
  • Lifting 40 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 40 pounds

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES
  • Must be adaptable to changing work environment, competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events
  • Ability to work effectively with different people and teams of people by putting others to ease
  • Staying on task and following the procedures without deviation
  • Must be able to work in a fast paced manufacturing environment
  • Team Player
  • Communication Skills

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
  • Knowledge of editing NC programs
  • Knowledge of CNC Machine setup
  • Knowledge of parts quality inspection
  • Read and understand blueprints
  • Knowledge of dimension and tolerance measurements
  • Knowledge of measurement instruments
  • Basic Computer knowledge
  • Working knowledge of various tool holders, cutting tools, boring bars, and insert used on various machines
  • Robotic palletizer and Robotic CNC loading equipment knowledge and troubleshooting
  • Advanced knowledge of reading drawings and specifications with an understanding of geometric tolerancing and dimensions
  • Advanced knowledge of precision measuring instruments and the application of such instruments. Instruments should include but not limited to calipers, ID/OD micrometers, depth gages, indicators and tape measures
  • Advanced knowledge of understanding programmed segments and corresponding operations

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS: (visit usbenefits.nov.com for more information about our benefits offerings)
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan - NOV matches every dollar up to 5% of base pay and overtime for every dollar you invest.
  • Competitive medical plans that are effective your date of hire. Visit usbenefits.nov.com/cost-for-coverage for more information.
  • FREE MDLIVE virtual visits (when enrolled in an NOV medical plan).
  • FREE preventative medical and dental care for the entire family (when enrolled in an NOV medical/dental plan and seeing an in-network physician).
  • FREE Basic Life and AD&D insurance at 2 times your annual salary (for full-time employees).
  • All regular full-time employees start with 3 weeks of paid vacation per year (prorated based on start date). Pre-NOV relevant experience (years of service) may be considered for vacation accruals.
  • All regular full-time employees receive up to 11 paid holidays per year.

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About NOV

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Throughout every region in the world and across every area of drilling and production, our family of companies has provided the technical expertise, advanced equipment and operational support necessary for success. We have the people, capabilities and vision to serve the needs of a challenging and evolving industry. One the world can’t live without. We are a global family of thousands of individuals, working as one team to create lasting impact for ourselves, our customers and the communities where we live and work. We take responsibility for each other and our company’s future, knowing that personal ownership leads to broader success. We believe in purposeful innovation because we see what others do not and we act. Through business innovation, product creation and service delivery, we are driven to power the industry that powers the world better.

Industry

Oil and gas extraction

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Houston, TX, US

Year founded

1841