Machine Shop Manager

FMSNA; Mayport, Jacksonville (FL, TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Fincantieri Marine Systems North America, Inc. (FMSNA) is hiring a Machine Shop Manager in our Jacksonville, FL location. This hands-on leader will direct machine shop operations supporting ship repair, overhaul, maintenance, and fabrication for U.S.

Navy, Coast Guard, government, and commercial vessels. The role will require managing a team of approximately 10–20 employees and collaborating with stakeholders on planning, budgets, and vessel delivery timelines.

Qualifications

• Journeyman, technical, or associate degree or equivalent.
• 2 years machine shop experience required; shipyard or ship repair preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical specifications.
• Knowledge of propulsion, shafts, rudders, Z drive, coolers, pumps, valves and motors.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead all machine shop operations in support of ship repair, overhaul and fabrication.
• Manage a team of 10–20 employees including supervisors and shop personnel.
• Ensure work complies with drawings, specs, and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee maintenance, calibration, and budgeting activities.
• Domestic and international travel may be required.

Skills

Propulsion knowledge

Blueprint reading

Strategic planning

MS Office

Communication

Leadership

Education

Journeyman/Technical/Associate degree or equivalent

Job description

Description

Fincantieri Marine Systems North America, Inc. (FMSNA) is hiring a Machine Shop Manager in our Jacksonville, FL location. This position is ideal for a hands‑on leader who thrives in precision-driven environments, with a focus on excellence, development, and safety to deliver high‑quality ship repair outcomes.

Fincantieri Marine Systems North America

Fincantieri Marine Systems North America, Inc. (FMSNA) is a subsidiary of Fincantieri S.p.A. with a mission to build, repair, and sustain maritime vessels that proudly supply, service, and defend our nation and the world. Fincantieri offers rewarding careers to more than 20,000 employees across 4 continents within 20 shipyards. We are a world leader and shipbuilder of choice, constantly evolving to meet global megatrends in tourism, energy, and defense through innovative and competitive maritime solutions.

Position Summary

The Machine Shop Manager is responsible for leading and managing all machine shop operations in support of ship repair, overhaul, maintenance, and fabrication for critical components for the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, government, and commercial vessels. This role leads a team of skilled machine shop technicians responsible for rebuilding custom parts, restoring damaged components, and developing practical repair solutions that preserve the integrity of ship repair projects. The Machine Shop Manager directly manages a team of approximately 10 to 20 employees, including supervisors and shop personnel.

Domestic and international travel may be required.

Essential Functions

• Monitor critical ship repairs through precision repair, restoration, reverse engineering, and custom fabrication solutions to return damaged or obsolete equipment to operational service, ensuring quality and system integrity
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to support enterprise-wide ship repair planning, budget objectives, and vessel delivery timelines.
• Manage ship repair schedules, project milestones, productivity, and quality standards to ensure work complies with engineering drawings, technical specifications, and regulatory requirements
• Oversee equipment maintenance, preventive maintenance programs, and calibration activities while monitoring labor, material usage, and budget performance
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Must be knowledgeable on propulsion, shaft, rudder, Z drive, coolers, pumps, valves, and motors
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and technical specifications
• Must be able to apply strategic planning, risk management, and knowledge of maritime regulations and compliance requirements
• Must have strong Microsoft Office Suite computer skills
• Must have strong organizational, time management, written and verbal communication skills
• Must have ability to maintain confidentiality and a professional demeanor
• Must adhere to ISO and OSHA policies established by FMSNA and have high values for safety awareness
• Perform supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Company policies, procedures, and applicable laws, including interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; evaluating performance; employee recognition and discipline; resolving employee concerns; and developing employees with the skills, competencies, and values needed to achieve Company goals.

Education and Experience

• Journeyman, Technical or Associate degree, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• 2 years of machine shop experience required, shipyard or ship repair environment preferred

Competencies

• Open Mindset: Identify and solve problems, embrace change, and seek continuous learning.
• Strategic Leadership: Build trust, unity, and accountability while working toward shared goals.
• Accomplishment: Take ownership, deliver results, and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Social Connection: Collaborate, communicate, and value diversity and inclusion.
• Leadership Excellence: Fincantieri leaders lead by example, empower, and inspire success.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

While performing job duties, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand or walk; use hands and arms to grasp, handle, manipulate, or feel objects and controls; stoop, bend, kneel, and crouch; and speak or hear. The employee may lift and/or move up to 35lbs regularly and up to 50lbs occasionally. Work is performed both inside and outside in varying environmental conditions, including heat, cold, wet, humid, dry, and arid climates. The employee may also be required to work in confined spaces and at varying heights. PPE is required to minimize noise exposure, moving machinery, weather elements, and other potential hazards, including the risk of injury.

Posting Disclaimer

This job description provides a summary of the work environment, knowledge, skill, ability, and physical demands required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities. Other duties may apply. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.