Manual lathe\Milling Machinist II Machine Shop

About the Role

Weatherford is seeking a Manual Lathe/Milling Machinist II for its Machine Shop in Al Khobar, Eastern region. This full-time role involves machining, repairing, and refurbishing downhole tools, tubular products, and oilfield equipment using manual lathes. The position requires 2-5 years of experience and focuses on precision machining, API thread cutting, and equipment maintenance while adhering to safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and set up manual lathe and milling machines.
• Machine, repair, and refurbish downhole tools and tubular products.
• Cut and recut API, premium, tubing, and casing threads.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Perform dimensional inspections using precision measuring tools.
• Conduct routine machine maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Ensure compliance with API, quality, and safety requirements.
• Maintain production and inspection records.
• Support continuous improvement, 5S, and operational efficiency initiatives.
• Work closely with production, quality, and engineering teams.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 2-5 years of experience as a Manual Lathe/Milling Machinist.
• Demonstrated ability to perform API thread cutting and recutting.
• Proficiency in reading engineering drawings and using precision measuring tools.
• Experience with machine maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Understanding of API, quality, and safety standards.

About Weatherford

Weatherford is a global energy services company that partners with customers to optimize resources and maximize asset potential. The company operates manufacturing, research and development, service, and training facilities worldwide, providing strategic solutions that enhance efficiency, flexibility, and responsibility in energy operations. Weatherford focuses on technology development, digital solutions, and expanding its presence in the new energy sector, aiming to deliver integrated solutions across its segments for growth in core operations and the energy transition.

Our Culture

Weatherford is committed to creating solutions that improve safety, streamline operations, and sustain uptime for energy producers. The company operates globally, employing a diverse workforce and valuing the contributions of each individual. Weatherford fosters a community grounded in core values, driven by innovation, and dedicated to mutual growth and learning. The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

Join Weatherford

Join Weatherford to contribute to the energy industry and make an impact on customers and the world. The company offers global opportunities for professionals seeking to contribute to energy production for today and tomorrow.