Machine Shop Supervisor

Machine Shop Supervisor

Department: Manufacturing – Machine Shop

Job Profile

The Machine Shop Supervisor oversees the day-to-day operations of CNC and manual machining within Company’s facility specializing in the manufacturing and servicing of pressure control equipment for the Oil & Gas sector. This includes wellhead components valves BOP parts spools and other critical products manufactured and serviced in accordance with API 6A API 16A API 7-1 and API 5CT standards. The Supervisor ensures production efficiency product quality and compliance with HSE requirements while leading and developing the machine shop workforce.

Key Responsibilities

Machine Shop Operations

• Supervise CNC and manual machining of Oil & Gas pressure control equipment and related components.
• Ensure machining processes meet API 6A API 16A API 7-1 and API 5CT requirements.
• Monitor machine utilization productivity and downtime; escalate issues to management.
• Lead troubleshooting of machining issues to ensure on-time delivery.

Workforce Management

• Assign machining tasks plan shift priorities and balance workloads.
• Provide technical support guidance and training to machinists and operators.
• Maintain workforce discipline motivation and team collaboration.
• Conduct performance evaluations and recommend training or upskilling needs.

Material & Process Control

• Coordinate with Planning and Warehouse for release of raw materials and MPOs.
• Ensure proper traceability and documentation of materials and machined components.
• Supervise logistics of handling storage and movement of machined parts.

Equipment Tools & Instrumentation

• Ensure machines tools and fixtures are in proper condition and available as needed.
• Verify calibration status of gauges and measuring instruments.
• Initiate maintenance requests for equipment issues and follow up on repairs.

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to machining drawings engineering specifications and quality standards.
• Approve first-piece inspections and oversee in-process and final inspections.
• Drive first-time-right machining and minimize rework or scrap.
• Ensure compliance with API standards ISO 9001 and API Q1 QMS requirements.

HSE & Housekeeping

• Enforce compliance with Company’s HSE standards and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain a safe organized and clean shop floor environment.
• Stop unsafe practices or operations immediately when identified.

Reporting & Communication

• Review and approve daily productivity and performance reports.
• Report incidents deviations and absenteeism to Operations Manager.
• Maintain effective communication between shifts for continuity of operations.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma/Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical qualification.
• 8–10 years of hands-on machining experience in Oil & Gas equipment with at least 3–5 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong technical expertise in CNC and manual machining for pressure control equipment.
• Proven experience working with API 6A API 16A API 7-1 and API 5CT standards.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 API Q1 and related QMS systems.
• Strong leadership planning and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to safety quality and continuous improvement.
• Experience in using SAP.