Company Profile 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, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries. Our Marine Services Division has more than 30 years experience in providing full-service ship repair capabilities for the US Naval Vessels including submarines, surface ships and crafts and deep submergence systems. Operating from state-of-the-art facilities in Chesapeake, Virginia, we are certified in Submarine Safety (SUBSAFE) and Deep Submergence System Scope of Certification (DSS-DOC) repair activities, and specialize in the design, repair, maintenance, modification, and installation of hull, mechanical and electrical (HM&E) systems. For more information please go to www.oceaneering.com and click on Products & Services, then click Marine Services Division (MSD). Position Summary Manufacture, repair and overhaul various types of systems and components associated with submarine and surface ships. Set-up and operate all types of machining tools, lathes, mills, grinder, saws. Involves heavy lifting, frequent stooping or bending and possible working assignments in overhead structures, confined spaces or beneath machinery. Strict adherence to safety, quality standards, good housekeeping habits, high level of critical thinking/reading comprehension, and overtime are required. Duties And Responsibilities • Requires no supervision and is an expert in all tasks and qualifications required as an Inside Machinist. • Will have the ability manufacture complex components from stock or modify parts in accordance with all drawing requirements. • Must be able to perform the set up and operation of all machines (lathes, mills, grinders, saws, etc.) and hand tools used in the trade as well as the ability to use all precision measuring instruments such as outside diameter and inside diameter micrometers, height gauges, depth gauges, calipers, verniers, lay-out tools and possess the ability to accurately record readings and measurements. • Expert proficiency in reading complex blueprints, drawings, manuals, technical work documents, measuring and marking dimensions and reference points on material, selecting proper tooling, attachments, and accessories as well as manufacturing fixtures to hold work pieces. • Expert working knowledge of all feed and speed rates and machining characteristics of various materials. • Ability to machine complex parts to close tolerances ensuring that the finish requirements of the drawing specifications are achieved first time through. • Additional duties as assigned. Qualifications • High School/GED with Apprenticeship Diploma and additional vocational courses or technical school graduate; and/or military and/or civilian experience with machining parts/components in a repair/manufacturing department or shipyard. • Must have the ability to obtain government base access. • Knowledge and practical skills tests required. • Off-site in place machining, NAVSEA Hatch Inspector, Electroplating, Water-Jet Operations, CNC Programming, Deep Submergence Systems (SOC MCD A, B, and C), SUBSAFE Qualification. • Must be able to obtain a confidential level security clearance. • Must be a U.S. citizen who is not a dual citizen of any other country. Additional Information WORKING CONDITIONS This position is considered SHOP/INDOORS which is characterized as follows • Primarily indoors during the day and occasionally at night • Frequently working on or near moving equipment and vibrating equipment • When outdoors, humidity is frequently above 90% • Noise is over 85 decibels • Light is intense/glare • Occasional exposure to open fire/flames/sparks • Frequent exposure to airborne dust, fumes, and gases • Includes exposure to contaminants • Requires working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32 F degrees) temperatures • Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable • Job tasks are performed in close physical proximity to other people • Requires working indoors in non-controlled environmental conditions PHYSICAL ACTIVITY/REQUIREMENTS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position is considered MEDIUM work. OCCASIONAL • Lift 20-50 pounds • Work in confined spaces, kneel, jump, run, work while lying on stomach/back, crawl, and use repetitive movements of the arms and hands. • Identify color differences • Wear PPE for skin protection FREQUENT • 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 CONSTANT • Lift up to 10 pounds • Wear PPE protection for body, vision, and hearing protection 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 factors. How To Apply Regular full-time employees who apply will be considered along with external candidates. Employees with less than six months with their current position are not eligible to apply for job postings. Please discuss your interest in the position with your current manager/supervisor prior to submitting your completed application. It is highly recommended to apply through the PeopleSoft or Oceanet portals.
See More Details >>Hourly rate starting at $27.78 increase based on experience Benefits include: • Medical, Dental, Vision • Paid Time Off- Including Birthday Hours • Life and Accidental Death Insurance (Company Paid) • Short and Long Term Disability Insurance (Company Paid) • 401K, 401K Match- Access to Certified Financial Planner • Access to LinkedIn Learning • YMCA discount and more! Purpose and Scope of Job: Setup and operation of multi-axis CNC machines (lathes; mills – horizontal and vertical - including multi-pallet machining centers; grinders; broaches; Gear generation & testing equipment). Set up and operation of manual and semi-automatic lathes, mills, grinders, tool grinders, drills, broaches, gear hobbers, shears, etc. Essential Functions (other duties may be assigned): • Set up, adjust, and operate machine tools in order to perform precision machining operations while holding close tolerance dimensions with minimal assistance. • Read & interpret blueprints – both imperial and metric standards. • Calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics (geometry, trigonometry) and part drawings / standards. • Test cut / dry run CNC programs prior to production runs. Machine parts correctly with only set up documentation and part drawing documentation. • Follow Process Sheets, Process Maps, Standard Operating Procedures and Poka-Yoke systems implemented by Manufacturing Engineering and Shop management to generate predetermined production volumes, while ensuring best quality and lead times. • Use measuring gauges including micrometers, calipers, height gauge, depth gauge, bore gauges, Mahr gages, etc. to inspect manufactured parts, in order to ensure adherence to drawing tolerances. • Ensure adherence to routed hours and target efficiencies for production. • Provide feedback on equipment, tooling, jigs, fixtures, and work holding solutions to reduce setup times and eliminate rework. Recommend modifications for improved efficiency in assigned areas. • Perform daily cleaning and light maintenance tasks on machinery. • Work closely with Machine shop supervisors, quality assurance, and maintenance personnel to proactively prevent problems with machining cells and tooling/fixtures, and to identify ways to improve efficiency, cost, layout, and safety. • Machine prototype parts with some assistance. • Ensure all manufacturing safety & regulatory policies and procedures are implemented and maintained at all times. • Actively champion & maintain a culture of 5S (Sort, Set and Order, Shine, Standardize and Sustain) in the machine shop. • Train other operators. • Be an active resource in time studies to analyze processes & validate recommended process changes. • Be a resource to other company projects. Take part in brainstorming sessions and kaizen events designed to improve efficiency, costs and lead time. Minimum Qualifications: • Requires at least 12 years of experience operating a mix of manual, semi-automatic, and CNC machine tools in a fast paced work environment. • * At least 10 years of CNC machining experience. • Required 5 years of experience in low volume – high mix production • Preferred 5 years of experience in high volume – low mix production. • At least 2 years of experience in multi-pallet machines, pallet controller systems, 4+Axis/5-Sided machining, or bar-fed lathes desired but not essential. • Expertise & experience in using common measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, height/depth/bore gauges,) and tool presetters. • Expertise in reading & interpreting complex drawings & blueprints in both imperial and metric standards. • Expertise in calculating dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics (geometry, trigonometry) and part drawings / standards. • Expertise & experience in measuring perpendicularity, parallelism, concentricity, and run out in micron or sub-micron level resolutions on manufactured components. • Expertise & experience in proving out prototype parts and first piece runs for CNC programs generated by CAM packages. • Proficiency in reading CNC programs (G & M code), and ability to edit programs in order to make corrections and/or improve efficiency. • Proficiency in setup, operation, & basic maintenance of multi-axis CNC lathes; mills – horizontal and vertical - including multipallet machining centers; grinders; boring machines; broaches; Gear generation & testing equipment. • Proficiency in setup, operation, & basic maintenance of Manual lathes, mills, grinders, tool grinders, drills, broaches, shears, gear hobber, band saw. • Some level of lean Manufacturing experience desired. Proven experience in, and track record of 5-S, SMED, and other Lean Manufacturing methodologies will be a bonus • Exposure to technologies such as 4 / 5 Axis machining, 5-Sided machining, Bar-fed turning, and/or multitasking machines. • Ability to set up, adjust and operate all machine tools in order to perform precision machining operations while holding very close tolerances, and with minimal assistance. • Good understanding of Tooling / Jig & Fixture design for machining operations. • Ability to read & understand complex Engineering drawings/Blueprints; excellent grasp of GD & T. • Excellent grasp of mathematics (including geometry & trigonometry), and good understanding of mechanical systems. • Proven competency in calculating complex dimensions and tight tolerances (sub-micron positional dimensions, angles, patterns, parallelism, perpendicularity, concentricity, taper) using knowledge of mathematics (geometry, trigonometry) and part drawings / standards. • Good understanding of Metallurgy (focus on Cast iron – Grey cast & Ductile iron; Steel, Stainless Steel – 304/316/416). • Complete understanding of common gauges & measuring instruments (gauge blocks, micrometers, calipers, height gauge, depth gauge, bore gauges, Mahr gages, etc.). • Experience in accurately diagnosing tool wear by visual inspection or by listening to the process, and in making necessary adjustments to control the process. • Knowledge of tool setting systems. • Basic understanding of DNC control for CNC programs and Machine monitoring systems desired but not essential. • Ability to setup & operate multiple CNC machine tools simultaneously (for proven processes). • Customer focused work ethic rooted in first-time-right production, value addition, and sense of urgency. • Ability to understand and use Sumitomo’s Discrepancy reporting process, and other internal process control mechanisms. • Ability to define & communicate problems based on process experience and personal observations. • Knowledge & experience in participating in Time Studies. • A strong commitment to Lean production values such as Pull processing, Perfect first-time quality, Single piece flow, Waste minimization, Continuous improvement, & Visual Control. • Good initiative, work ethics & ability to work individually and in team settings. • Strong personal ethics. • Excellent conflict resolution skills. • Strong communication skills. • Ability to train associates on new processes. • Ability & drive to learn new skills & manufacturing techniques at an accelerated pace. • Any additional essential skills and/or knowledge as shown in the HRIS Career & Education > Skills section for incumbents holding this job title. Work Conditions & Physical Environment: Duties are performed in an industrial environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; twist; bend; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee must constantly lift, carry, move, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The employee may be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud. This position is designated as safety- sensitive. (Referenced Document Number 218001, SMA’s Corporate Policies Procedure Manual, 33.0 Drug and Alcohol Use Policy) The physical requirements described herein are representative of those which must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the essential functions.
See More Details >>Description Hourly Range Up to $29.00 based on experience Multiple Shifts available Up to $3000 Sign on Bonus! (depending on starting level) Paid Weekly! Climate Control! New Machines! New Technology! 401K! 401K Match! Purpose and Scope of Job:Setup and operation of multi-axis CNC machines (lathes; mills - horizontal and vertical - including multi-pallet machining centers; grinders; broaches; Gear generation & testing equipment).Set up and operation of manual and semi-automatic lathes, mills, grinders, tool grinders, drills, broaches, gear hobbers, shears, etc. Essential Functions (other duties may be assigned):• Set up, adjust, and operate machine tools in order to perform precision machining operations while holding close tolerance dimensions with minimal assistance.• Read & interpret blueprints - both imperial and metric standards.• Calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics (geometry, trigonometry) and part drawings / standards. Essential Functions (other duties may be assigned): • Set up, adjust, and operate machine tools in order to perform precision machining operations while holding close tolerance dimensions with minimal assistance. • Read & interpret blueprints - both imperial and metric standards. • Calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics (geometry, trigonometry) and part drawings / standards. • Machine parts correctly with only set up documentation and part drawing documentation. • Use measuring gauges including micrometers, calipers, height gauge, depth gauge, bore gauges, Mahr gages, etc. to inspect manufactured parts, in order to ensure adherence to drawing tolerances. Minimum Qualifications: • Requires at least 15 years of experience operating a mix of manual, semi-automatic, and CNC machine tools in a fast paced work environment. • * At least 5 years of manual machining experience. • At least 10 years of CNC machining experience. • Experience in: • * Using measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, height/depth/bore gauges,) and tool presetters. • Measuring perpendicularity, parallelism, concentricity, and run out in micron or sub-micron level resolutions on manufactured components. • Reading & interpreting complex drawings & blueprints in both imperial and metric standards. • Calculating dimensions and tolerances. • Reading CNC programs (G & M code), and ability to edit programs in order to make corrections and/or improve efficiency. • Excellent grasp of mathematics (including geometry & trigonometry), and good understanding of mechanical systems. • Good initiative, work ethics & ability to work individually and in team settings. • Strong personal ethics. • Any additional essential skills and/or knowledge as shown in the HRIS Career & Education> Skills section for incumbents holding this job title. Work Conditions & Physical Environment: Duties are performed in an industrial environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; twist; bend; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee must constantly lift, carry, move, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The employee may be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud. This position is designated as safety- sensitive. (Referenced Document Number 218001, SMA's Corporate Policies Procedure Manual, 33.0 Drug and Alcohol Use Policy) The physical requirements described herein are representative of those which must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the essential functions.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the machining trade in Chesapeake, VA, often begins with specialized training, combining practical experience with theoretical knowledge, allowing individuals to gain skills while earning. Training programs typically last 4-5 years, requiring extensive hands-on experience under seasoned professionals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average annual wage for machinists in the U.S. is approximately $42,147, with some experienced professionals in Chesapeake earning over $80,000 annually. Apprenticeships and vocational training programs, offered by trade schools and industry associations, provide aspiring machinists with the necessary skills and credentials, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential.
