Job Details

Job Title - Assembly Worker

Department - Manufacturing

Reports to - Production Supervisor

Location - South Houston, TX (Aerolift)

Job Summary

Primary duty is assembly and hydrostatic testing of tubular oilfield components used in downhole oil well completions.

Key Responsibilities

Assembly & Equipment Operation

• Operate hand tools and basic pneumatic (air) tools to support component assembly processes.
• Safely handle heavy components (200+ lbs.) using overhead cranes.
• Operate specialized equipment, including:
  1. Hydrostatic pressure test equipment (up to 4,000 psi) for testing and qualification of components.
  2. Hydraulic press equipment within designated assembly centers.
  3. Hydraulic torque/turn machines, adhering to torque-turn specifications in alignment with API standards.
• Obtain and maintain certification to operate a 3,500 lb. forklift; perform material handling as required.

Quality Control & Technical Measurement

• Read and interpret scaled manufacturing drawings to ensure component accuracy and build integrity.
• Use precision measuring instruments (e.g., dial calipers, OD/ID micrometers) to verify dimensions of machined parts.
• Conduct lot-batch management of raw materials and components in accordance with established assembly procedures.

Operational Support & Organizational Alignment

• Perform general duties and additional tasks as required to support team and operational goals.
• Adhere to and promote Health, Safety, and Environmental (HS&E) policies and procedures.
• Embrace and uphold the values outlined in the 'NCS Promise'.
• Support corporate objectives and contribute to achieving NCS's Critical Success Factors.
• Actively engage in the Personal Development for Success (PDS) program.
• Take on other responsibilities relevant to the position as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Team player and supportive of department
• Needs good vision, coordination and dexterity to deal with handling and manipulating materials and parts
• Must be able to focus on the task at hand with great attention to details
• High level of physical stamina and strength necessary for repetitive work and long periods of standing, bending, twisting and lifting

Mental requirements

• Handle stressful situations
• Ability to understand, remember and apply oral and written instructions
• Ability to make decisions which have a significant impact on the department's credibility, operations and services
• Ability to organize and prioritize own work schedule on short/long term basis
• Focus: give attention to detail and learn new tasks quickly
• Ability to understand and follow basic instructions and guidelines
• Ability to collaborate in a team setting and communicate effectively
• Address attendance and necessary work on site
• Predictable, reliable, and prompt attendance
• Interact with co-workers on-site; attend meetings; be available for in-person communication

Physical requirements

• The ability to lift and/or move objects 25/50/80 pounds regularly
• The ability to respond quickly to sounds
• The ability to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces
• The ability to see and respond to dangerous situations
• The ability to wear personal protective gear correctly most of the day

Operations Positions:

• Work Environment Regularly works around moving mechanical parts and in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity. Noise levels may be loud at times.
• Physical Demands Must be able to move objects and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue. Constant movement and use of limbs; this position requires good manual dexterity, coordination and stamina.

Additional Information

• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Work Environment: Safety Sensitive
• Work schedule: Full-time, overtime required as needed but not guaranteed; Must have flexible schedule to work weekends and holidays required as needed due to customer needs, etc.
• Safety sensitive positions will require additional pre-employment testing
• Successful completion of a criminal background check and drug and alcohol screening
• Employment contingent on clearance for Employee Possessor by the ATF (For MFG Warehouse roles)

Core Competencies

• Teamwork/Collaboration - Able to work cooperatively with other individuals
• Service Focus - Builds & maintains customer satisfaction and provides excellent service to internal & external customers
• Decision Making - Able to make decisions and solve problems of varied levels of complexity using logical, systematic, and sequential approach
• Ethics & Integrity - Trustworthiness and ethical behavior with consideration for impact & consequence when making decisions/taking action
• Problem Solving - Ability to approach a problem by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach
• Continuous Improvement - Ongoing improvement of products, services, or processes through incremental & breakthrough improvements
• Accountability - Obligation or willingness to be answerable for an outcome

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.