Lead Machinist - Production/ Manufacturing

Coefficient Alliances & Ventures (Coefftalent); Dammam; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Coefficient Alliances & Ventures (Coefftalent) is seeking a Lead Machinist to head a machining cell, ensuring safe, efficient and high-quality production and remanufacturing activities for Oil & Gas components.

You will lead manpower allocation, production planning and technical guidance, driving quality and continuous improvement across the cell. Strong CNC/conventional machining exposure and leadership skills are required.

Qualifications

• 8-15 years of machining experience in Oil & Gas, Precision Manufacturing, Aerospace, Heavy Engineering, or Energy industries.
• Minimum 3-5 years of Lead Machinist/Cell Leader or similar leadership experience.
• Experience in manufacturing and remanufacturing critical components.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations within the assigned machining cell and allocate jobs/resources.
• Monitor machine loading and workflow to maximize productivity and ensure on-time delivery.
• Provide technical guidance on machining methods, tooling and setup optimization.
• Coordinate with Planning, Quality, Engineering and Maintenance to resolve production issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, lean manufacturing and Kaizen events.

Skills

Leadership

Production planning

Quality compliance

Continuous improvement

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

ITI / Diploma in Machinist, Turner, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Technology

CNC Programming / Lean Manufacturing / Production Management certs

Tools

CNC Turning Centers

Vertical Machining Centers (VMC)

Horizontal Machining Centers (HMC)

Horizontal Boring Machines

Job description

• Job Title: Lead Machinist - Production/ Manufacturing


• Client: Prominent Regional Corporate Firm - Oil & Gas


• Employment type: Permanent


• Experience level: 8-15 years


• Reporting to: Production Supervisor/ Operations Head

Company Overview:

Our client is a joint venture specializing in the manufacturing, remanufacturing, repair, and servicing of critical components for the Oil & Gas industry. The facility utilizes advanced CNC machining technologies, Horizontal Boring Machines, Deep Hole Drilling Machines, Gun Drilling Machines, Laser Cladding, HVOF Coating, and precision inspection systems to deliver world-class manufacturing solutions.

The company is committed to operational excellence, safety, quality, and continuous improvement while supporting the growing demands of the global energy sector.

Position Summary:

The Lead Machinist/ Cell Leader is responsible for leading a machining cell and ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of manufacturing and remanufacturing activities. The role combines hands-on machining expertise with frontline leadership responsibilities, including manpower allocation, production planning, technical guidance, quality compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The position plays a critical role in achieving production targets, maintaining quality standards, optimizing machine utilization, and supporting the development of machining personnel within the assigned cell.

Key Responsibilities:

Machining Operations Leadership

• Lead daily operations within the assigned machining cell


• Allocate jobs and resources based on production priorities


• Monitor machine loading and workflow to maximize productivity


• Ensure smooth execution of machining activities while maintaining delivery commitments


• Coordinate with Planning, Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance teams to resolve production issues

CNC & Conventional Machining

• Support setup and operation of CNC Turning Centers, Vertical Machining Canters (VMC), Horizontal Machining Centers (HMC), and Horizontal Boring Machines


• Provide technical guidance on machining methods, cutting parameters, tooling selection, and setup optimization


• Support machining of critical Oil & Gas components and remanufactured products


• Verify first-piece approvals and critical dimensions before batch production


• Assist operators and machinists in troubleshooting machining issues

Production Management

• Ensure daily production targets are achieved


• Monitor machine utilization and productivity performance


• Minimize downtime, setup losses, and production delays


• Ensure proper job tracking and production reporting


• Support urgent customer requirements and priority jobs

Quality Management

• Ensure compliance with engineering drawings, GD&T requirements, process specifications, and customer requirements


• Monitor dimensional accuracy and surface finish requirements


• Support root cause analysis for quality issues and non-conformities


• Work closely with Quality teams to improve First Pass Yield (FPY)


• Lead, train, mentor, and support machinists and machine operators


• Ensure proper deployment of manpower across shifts


• Monitor operator performance and identify training needs


• Foster teamwork, discipline, accountability, and continuous learning


• Support employee skill development and cross-functional training programs


• Drive lean manufacturing, 5S, and productivity improvement initiatives


• Identify opportunities for cycle time reduction


• Improve tooling utilization and process efficiency


• Support Kaizen and operational excellence projects


• Participate in problem-solving and process improvement activities

Health, Safety & Environment

• Ensure compliance with company HSE requirements


• Promote safe machine operation practices


• Conduct daily workplace safety checks


• Ensure proper use of PPE and adherence to safety procedures


• Maintain housekeeping standards within the machining cell

Educational Qualification:

• ITI / Diploma in Machinist, Turner, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or equivalent.


• Additional certifications in CNC Programming, Lean Manufacturing, or Production Management will be an added advantage

Experience Requirements:

• 8-15 years of machining experience in Oil & Gas, Precision Manufacturing, Aerospace, Heavy Engineering, or Energy industries.


• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a Lead Machinist, Cell Leader, Senior Machinist, or Shop Floor Leadership role.


• Experience in manufacturing and remanufacturing critical components.


• Strong exposure to CNC and conventional machining operations.

Preferred Industry Experience

Candidates with experience in one or more of the following industries will be preferred:

• Oil & Gas


• Aerospace


• Energy


• Power Generation


• Defense


• Heavy Engineering


• Precision Manufacturing

Additional Requirements:

• Willingness to relocate to Saudi Arabia.


• Ability to support shift operations whenever required.


• Experience in remanufacturing and repair of critical Oil & Gas components is highly preferred.


• Exposure to API, ISO, and customer-specific manufacturing requirements will be an advantage.


• Ability to lead multicultural teams in a high-performance manufacturing environment.