Inside Machinist Supervisor

Oceaneering; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 57,859 - 71,635; Full time

Job summary

Oceaneering’s Marine Services Division in Chesapeake, VA is seeking an Inside Machinist Supervisor to oversee the daily operations of our machine shop. This hands-on leadership role requires deep technical expertise, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage a dynamic, high-stakes environment.

The successful candidate will supervise machinists, develop CNC programs for lathe and mill operations, validate first‑article inspections, and mentor staff to maintain strict quality

Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED required.
• Minimum three (3) years of supervisory experience in a precision machine shop.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily production assignments for machinists.
• Lead the creation, editing, and optimization of CNC programs for lathe and mill.
• Validate CNC programs through first‑article inspections to ensure accuracy.
• Oversee setup and utilization of CNC and manual machines with proper tooling.
• Instruct, train, and mentor machinists in advanced machining techniques.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Detail oriented

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

CNC machines

Mastercam

Fusion 360

G-code

Job description

Job Description

Oceaneering’s Marine Services Division (MSD) in Chesapeake, VA is seeking a highly skilled Inside Machinist Supervisor to oversee the daily operations of our machine shop. We are a precision manufacturing company specializing in medium‑sized, complex, and mission‑critical components. Our work is non‑repetitive, high‑tolerance, and often governed by stringent technical and quality standards. This role requires a hands‑on leader with deep technical expertise, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage a dynamic, high‑stakes environment. This role may require overtime.

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.

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 Qualifications

• Supervisory experience in a Naval or shipyard environment.
• Formal Apprenticeship Diploma preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics

• Strong foundational leadership, coaching, and mentoring abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across all levels of the organization.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and strict quality requirements.

Pay Transparency

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

• 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) or cold (below 32 °F) temperatures.
• Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that may exceed 85 decibels and require the use of hearing protection.

Physical Activity and Requirements

This position is considered MEDIUM work.

• Lift 20‑50 pounds.
• Work in confined spaces, kneel, work while lying on stomach/back, crawl, and use repetitive movements of the arms and hands.
• Identify color differences.
• Lift 10‑25 pounds.
• Climb stairs/ladders, stand, balance, stoop, squat, reach, and lift/carry objects.
• Twist body, sit with back supported, head forward/flexed, head tilted/rotated, and work with arms extended overhead.
• Operate a motor vehicle.
• Lift up to 10 pounds.
• Wear PPE protection as required for the conditions.
• Be able to recognize and react to alarms.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other non‑merit factor.

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.