WTS Energy - Our client is recruiting suitable candidates to fill the position below:
Job Title: CNC Machinist
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Job Type: Full time
Job Summary
- Our Client is seeking a Premium Pipe Running Supervisor (CNC Machinist) to join their team and provide technical leadership in premium threading operations.
- This role is within a specialized manufacturing environment focused on premium pipe finishing processes including threading, buck-on, inspections, and coating.
- The supervisor will develop and implement procedures, provide training, and ensure adherence to best threading practices while managing process continuity and technical documentation.
- The position requires strong skills in CNC programming, process validation, and quality engineering, with responsibilities including root cause analysis, equipment maintenance oversight, and risk assessment.
- Candidates can expect to lead a skilled team, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and contribute to operational excellence in a safety-conscious workplace.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and ensure continuous operation of the threading plant process to maintain production efficiency.
- Report production issues promptly to Finishing Line Management and conduct root cause analysis to identify and resolve problems.
- Manage, catalogue, update, and disseminate all technical documentation including specifications, procedures, operational processes, and drawings.
- Select and deploy technically reliable personnel to deliver high-quality service within the shop.
- Oversee adherence to project timelines and procedures to ensure timely and compliant execution.
- Ensure availability and maintenance of equipment, generate spare parts lists, and coordinate maintenance plans.
- Develop and implement master plans addressing mid- to long-term critical operational challenges and propose risk assessment plans for finishing operations.
- Comply with company policies, procedures, management standards, and applicable laws and regulations within the area of responsibility.
- Enforce Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) procedures by reporting incidents, conducting inspections, and participating in investigations.
- Provide technical support and training on finishing processes including threading, buck-on, inspections, marking, coating, bundling, and phosphatizing.
- Develop and implement special CNC threading programs and best threading practices to optimize quality and cost-efficiency.
- Lead the development of quality plans, procedures, and work instructions, and validate first articles for premium threading operations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, maintenance, quality, logistics, vendors, customers, and regulatory authorities to ensure seamless workflow.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in a premium threading plant facility
- Proven ability to write special CNC threading programs using FANUC and SIEMENS programming languages
- Strong proficiency in utilizing, calibrating, and validating high-precision measuring instruments such as MRPs, dial gauges, and digital gauges
- Advanced knowledge of AutoCAD for handling threading machine issues (PIN and BOX), coupling buck-on processes, and familiarity with ERP and SAP systems
- In-depth understanding of material chemistry and mechanical properties relevant to threading operations
- Expertise in process validation for premium threading operations, including developing quality plans, writing procedures and work instructions, and defining and validating first articles for premium threads
- Qualification as a Quality Engineer under API Q1 specification
- Extensive process engineering experience with advanced knowledge of threading plant processes such as swaging, stress relieving, buck-on, and chemical phosphatizing
- Demonstrated leadership and motivation skills with the ability to manage personnel matters on the shop floor.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in developing new special CNC programs under various programming languages
- Proven ability to train and develop team members effectively
- Strong skills in supervising, prioritizing tasks, and performing under pressure
- Capability to write and develop procedures, manuals, and work instructions
- Ability to propose innovative techniques that enhance quality while reducing costs
- Experience in managing technical documentation, risk assessment plans, and maintenance follow-up
- Commitment to health, safety, and environmental (HSE) compliance and incident investigation
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with operations management, shop crews, vendors, customers, and regulatory authorities
What We Offer
- Comprehensive professional development including theoretical and practical training opportunities to enhance technical and leadership skills
- Collaborative and supportive work environment fostering teamwork and knowledge sharing
- Engagement in innovative projects with opportunities to develop new CNC programs and special threading techniques
- Access to advanced tools and technologies, including high precision measuring instruments and industry-standard software
- Commitment to safety with active participation in HSE procedures, incident reporting, and risk assessment
- Structured performance management with regular appraisals and clear key performance indicators
- Opportunity to contribute to process improvement, quality culture, and operational excellence within a premium threading plant setting.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
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