Quality Inspector
Houston, TX · On-site
Comply with all NOV Company and HSE policies and procedures. * Ensure proper use of measuring tools ... Uses company software to include Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat/ * Uses office copier ...
61 Nov Software Jobs Hiring Near You
Quality Inspector
Houston, TX · On-site
Comply with all NOV Company and HSE policies and procedures. * Ensure proper use of measuring tools ... Uses company software to include Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat/ * Uses office copier ...
NOV Jobs Information
Do workers at NOV get paid breaks?
Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
71% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and September 2026.
71% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and September 2026.
Does NOV pay people when they’re sick?
Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
82% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 57 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and September 2026.
82% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 57 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and September 2026.
At NOV, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?
Sick days and vacation days are separate paid time off.
77% of people say they don’t have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and September 2026.
77% of people say they don’t have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and September 2026.
Is the health insurance from NOV affordable enough for their workers?
Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
93% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and September 2026.
93% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and September 2026.
Do people get paid time off at NOV?
Most people get paid time off work.
93% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and September 2026.
93% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and September 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.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2025.
- 84% 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.
- 5% 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 19 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.
77% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 47 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.
77% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 47 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.
Do NOV workers get to choose the shifts they work?
Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
53% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.
53% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.
How easy is it for NOV workers to change shifts?
Some people find it hard to change shifts.
46% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2026.
46% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 28 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.
93% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 54 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and September 2026.
93% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 54 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and September 2026.
Do NOV managers change schedules at the last minute?
Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
90% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 49 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.
90% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 49 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.
Do jobs at NOV spill into time workers aren’t paid for?
Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
17% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.
17% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.
How easy is it to take sick days at NOV?
Most people find it easy to take sick days.
89% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 56 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and September 2026.
89% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 56 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and September 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.
72% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and September 2026.
72% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and September 2026.
Do people at NOV feel treated with respect by their managers?
Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
81% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and September 2026.
81% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and September 2026.
Do people at NOV get to take their breaks without interruption?
Most people get breaks without interruption.
75% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 53 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and September 2026.
75% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 53 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and September 2026.
Is it stressful to work at NOV?
Most people feel stressed here.
68% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 57 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and September 2026.
68% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 57 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and September 2026.
Do people at NOV enjoy their jobs?
Most people enjoy their job.
77% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 43 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and September 2026.
77% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 43 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and September 2026.
Do people at NOV recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
43% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 58 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and September 2026.
43% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 58 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and September 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 54 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and September 2026.
72% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 54 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and September 2026.
Do people get support to advance at NOV?
Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 43% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 49 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and September 2026.
In the last year, 43% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 49 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and September 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 53 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and September 2026.
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 53 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and September 2026.
Do workers feel well informed about how NOV is doing?
Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
67% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and September 2026.
67% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and September 2026.
What are the most popular job types at Nov?
What are the most popular jobs at Nov?
What are the most popular categories at Nov?
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO
Re-posted 29 days ago
NOV rating
8.3
Based on 58 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
117th of 495 rated machine equipment manufacturers
Job description
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Read and interpret complex engineering drawings, blueprints, and CAD models, rigorously applying GD&T principles to determine part compliance.
- Perform source inspections at facilities
- Perform First Article Inspections (FAI), in-process inspections, and final product evaluations.
- Perform detailed visual inspection
- Document defects and non-conformances accurately in the ERP/QMS system
- Prepare inspection reports and maintain files of inspection documents
- Understand basic weld inspection techniques, weld symbols and common welding defects.
- Review inspection records received for compliance
- Maintain inspection and measuring equipment
- Perform other work-related tasks as assigned
- Comply with all NOV Company and HSE policies and procedures.
- Ensure proper use of measuring tools and equipment
- Support continuous improvement initiatives
- Maintain accurate inspection records and reports
- Communicate with production, engineering.
FACILITY/GROUP SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
- Pass the J2 Color and Acuity eye test.
- As stated above within the primary responsibilities section
- Monitors and records relevant information during testing of equipment
- Performs mechanical inspections on components as received from the suppliers using either traditional and/or electronic tools.
- Perform in-process inspections and record measurements and other relevant information (traceability) concerning capital equipment of completed assemblies.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Minimum of 3- years Assembly/Mechanical/Receiving inspection experience
- Must be able to read and write in English
- Knowledge in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, material specification and requirements.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Exposed to loud noise while in the warehouse
- Exposed to moving parts while on the shop floor
- Exposed to occasional hot and /or cold weather depending on outside climate conditions and warehouse temperature since the shop floor is neither air conditional nor heated.
- Limited (5% or less) travel.
- Work in warehouse/shop floor environment setting 75% or the day, 25% of the day is spent at a computer in an office.
BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES
- Adheres to facilities safety policies and attends all monthly safety training.
- Wears proper PPE while in the warehouse
- Attends all Human Resource directed training via classroom or HUB learning CBT
- Works well alone and in team environments
- Communicates well with other employees.
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
- Writes, sends, and receives emails to internal employees and external clients
- Uses company software to include Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat/
- Uses office copier to scan and copy documentation.
- Ability to learn new software.
- May operate both JIB and Overhead Cranes
- May operate a Class IV Forklift (Hyster 50 - 170)
- Wears Fall Protection Harness when performing work at heights.
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.
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