Manufacturing Supervisor

Job Highlights

Company Profile

National Oilwell Varco is a leading worldwide provider of equipment and components used in oil and gas drilling and production operations, oilfield services, and supply chain integration services to the upstream oil and gas industry.

Job Profile

The company is seeking a Manufacturing Supervisor to join its team.

Education Level

• Associate’s Degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, or a related field (preferred); or equivalent experience

Work Experience

• Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in a manufacturing supervisory role, preferably in machining, welding, and assembly environments.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Compliance: Ensure all manufacturing activities comply with relevant industry standards, regulations, and company policies. Ensure that Factory Rules are being fairly administered and enforced.
• Continuous Improvement: Implement and promote continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency, reduce waste, and improve product quality.
• Performance Management: Conduct performance evaluations, provide feedback, and address any performance issues or disciplinary actions as necessary. Assist employees who are not meeting standards with coaching, solving problems, or eliminating downtime waste.
• Process Management: Oversee machining, welding, and assembly processes, ensuring adherence to work instructions, quality standards, and safety regulations.
• Production Targets: Monitor production metrics, such as output, efficiency, and quality, to ensure that production targets and deadlines are met.
• Safety Enforcement: Enforce safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe working environment. Conduct safety training and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
• Schedule Management: Develop and maintain shift schedules, ensuring adequate staffing levels and addressing personnel issues during the shift. Move personnel to work centers/areas as needed based on demands or equipment restrictions. Communicate scheduling requirements or restrictions with the appropriate team members.
• Team Leadership: Supervise and coordinate the activities of production staff, including machinists, welders, and assemblers, ensuring effective and efficient operation.
• Training: Provide training and development opportunities for production staff, including new hires and ongoing skill development.
• Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve production issues, equipment malfunctions, and process bottlenecks to minimize downtime and maintain productivity. Work with maintenance on resolution.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing daily tasks accordingly.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Familiarity with engineered-to-order manufacturing environments and custom orders.
• Familiarity with Union Environments is preferred
• Knowledge of machining, welding, and assembly processes and equipment.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.

Benefits/Perks

• 401K – NOV matches every dollar up to 5% of base pay and overtime for every dollar you invest
• All regular full-time employees receive 11 paid holidays per year
• All regular full-time employees start with a minimum of 3 weeks of paid vacation per year
• Competitive medical plans that cover your entire family (yourself, eligible spouse, and eligible children) as of your first date of hire for as little as $139 per pay period (bi-weekly)
• Employees and their spouses enrolled in a medical plan can earn up to $350 (pre-tax) each per year for participating in Choose Well-being Rewards
• Free Basic Life and AD&D insurance (for full-time employees)
• Free preventative medical and dental care for the entire family (when enrolled in an NOV medical/dental plan and seeing an in-network physician)

Employer’s Statement

NOV is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates are considered for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.