Salary
≈ $60k – $165k per year (Estimated)
Location
In office (Houston)
Seniority
Staff
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 30, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 29, 2026. NOV scores B on the Alion truth index.
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NOV is a US oilfield equipment and technology company headquartered in Houston, Texas, supplying drilling rigs and rig components, downhole tools, drill pipe, artificial lift, completion and production equipment and aftermarket services to the oil and gas industry. Listed on the New York Stock Exchange, it traces its heritage to 1862 and took its current form as National Oilwell Varco in the 2005 merger of National Oilwell and Varco International, with sites in the US, Brazil, Norway, India and Saudi Arabia. It hires assembly and shop technicians, welders and painters, quality, mechanical and robotics engineers, field service technicians, project managers and accountants.
The Lead Man coordinates daily work in the inspection facility, assigning tasks and supporting inspection personnel to ensure work is completed safely, accurately, and on schedule. This role serves as a working team lead, helping maintain quality standards, clear communication, and an organized work area.
Key Responsibilities
- Assign daily work and balance workloads based on priorities, staffing, and deadlines.
- Guide and support inspection personnel; provide hands-on help and training as needed.
- Confirm that inspections are performed according to applicable procedures, customer requirements, and quality standards.
- Review completed work and inspection records for accuracy and completeness.
- Monitor job progress and communicate status, delays, or issues to supervisors and other teams.
- Help ensure inspection equipment and tools are available, maintained, and used correctly.
- Promote safe work practices, identify hazards, and report incidents or unsafe conditions.
- Keep the work area clean, organized, and ready for incoming work.
- Assist with resolving routine workflow or quality issues and escalate concerns when needed.
- Support onboarding and coaching of new employees.
- Experience in an inspection, manufacturing, maintenance, or industrial facility.
- Previous team-lead or supervisory experience preferred.
- Ability to read and follow work instructions, procedures, and inspection documentation.
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
- Attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality.
- Ability to work on the floor and perform the physical duties required by the facility.
- Relevant inspection certifications or technical training preferred, depending on the work performed
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