Inside Machinist Supervisor

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily production assignments, ensuring machinists are properly guided and supported in executing complex, non-repeatable machining tasks.
• Lead the creation, editing, and optimization of CNC programs for both lathe and mill operations using G-code and CAM platforms (e.g., Mastercam, Fusion 360, or equivalent), tailored to unique component geometries and material specifications.
• Validate CNC programs through first-article inspections, ensuring dimensional accuracy, repeatability, and compliance with engineering drawings, MIL-STDs, and SUBSAFE/SOC requirements.
• Oversee the setup and proper utilization of CNC and manual machines, ensuring tooling, fixturing, and work-holding strategies are appropriate for the task and aligned with best practices.
• Instruct, train, and mentor machinists in advanced machining techniques, CNC programming fundamentals, machine setup, and precision measurement methods.
• Monitor and troubleshoot machining operations, providing hands-on technical support to resolve issues related to tooling, feeds/speeds, surface finish, and tolerance stack-ups.
• Schedule, prioritize, and control shop production tasks and projects to meet deadlines while optimizing manpower and machine utilization.
• Ensure efficient use of labor and materials, maintaining accountability for man-hour expenditures and minimizing waste.
• Recommend and implement improvements in machinery, equipment, tooling, and production methods to enhance quality, safety, and throughput.
• Review and approve Technical Work Document packages (REC, CWP, TGI) before job release, ensuring full scope coverage and identifying special reference readings for system reinstallation or certification.
• Audit completed Technical Work Document packages to verify all requirements and objective quality evidence (OQE) are met; sign Re-Entry Control (REC) documentation per OII-MSD Quality Assurance Manual.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of production documentation, including time reporting, QA inspection records, and material purchase requests.
• Maintain and communicate production status updates to the Project Manager, identifying risks and proposing mitigation strategies.
• Conduct periodic performance evaluations of machinists, providing constructive feedback and enforcing disciplinary actions in accordance with company policies.
• Assist in estimating labor, material, and scheduling requirements for new and ongoing projects.
• Operate machine tools and equipment when necessary to support production or training efforts.
• Support special projects and other duties as assigned, including extended hours and after-hours support as required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Minimum three (3) years of supervisory experience in a precision machine shop environment.
• Minimum ten (10) years of manual and CNC machining experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of trade tools, precision instruments, and machining resources.
• Must be a U.S. citizen who is not a dual citizen of any other country.
• Desired Supervisory experience in a Naval or shipyard environment.
• Formal Apprenticeship Diploma preferred.

Pay, Benefits & Schedule

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role, however, may include Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Retirement Savings, Life and Disability, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Compensation: $42 - $52 an hour

Working Conditions: This position is considered SHOP/INDOORS which is characterized as follows. Primarily indoors during the day and occasionally at night May require working on or near moving equipment and vibrating equipment May be exposed to intense light from welding operations. Occasional exposure to open fire/flames/sparks from welding and grinding operations Depending on the location, may require working in hot, humid conditions (above 90 F degrees) or cold (below 32 F degrees) temperatures Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that may exceed 85 decibels and require the use of hearing protection Physical Activity/Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

About Us: Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.

About The Team: Oceaneering Marine Services Division (MSD) has over 30 years of experience providing full-service submarine and surface ship repairs supporting maintenance and alterations aboard commercial and U.S. military vessels. We are SUBSAFE and DDS-SOC certified and perform high-consequence maintenance on assets that operate in demanding environments.