Premium Pipe Running Supervisor (CNC Machinist) at WTS Energy

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 equipment availability. 
• The position requires strong skills in CNC programming, process validation, and quality engineering, with responsibilities including root cause analysis, documentation management, and personnel supervision. 
• Candidates can expect to lead a team in a dynamic setting, driving continuous improvement and maintaining high safety and quality standards.
• This role offers the opportunity to influence operational excellence and contribute to the development of innovative threading programs.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and ensure continuous operation of the threading plant process to maintain production flow.
• Report production hindrances and perform root cause analysis to identify and resolve operational issues.
• Manage, catalogue, update, and disseminate all technical documentation including specifications, procedures, operational processes, and drawings.
• Select and oversee personnel based on technical expertise and quality standards to deliver optimal shop performance.
• Ensure strict adherence to project timelines and procedural compliance throughout execution phases.
• Maintain equipment availability by generating spare parts lists and coordinating maintenance plans.
• Develop and implement master plans addressing mid- to long-term critical operational challenges and propose risk assessment strategies for finishing operations.
• Provide technical support and develop procedures for finishing processes such as threading, buck-on, inspections, marking, coating, bundling, and phosphatizing.
• Design and develop specialized CNC threading programs and new working instructions to enhance quality and maximize company revenue.
• Deliver theoretical and practical training to staff, promoting best threading practices and fostering a quality-driven culture.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and all applicable laws and regulations, including health, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Participate actively in safety inspections, incident reporting, and investigation processes to maintain zero lost time incidents (LTI).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, maintenance, quality, logistics, vendors, customers, and regulatory authorities to support seamless shop operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree 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
• Certified 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
• Strong leadership and motivation skills with the ability to manage personnel matters on the shop floor.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to develop new special CNC programs under various programming languages
• Experience in providing theoretical and practical training to team members
• Proven capability to develop and implement procedures, manuals, and work instructions that enhance quality and reduce costs
• Ability to supervise, prioritize tasks effectively, and perform optimally under pressure
• Experience in conducting root cause analysis and proposing preventive and corrective actions
• Familiarity with health, safety, and environmental (HSE) procedures, including incident reporting and investigation participation
• Strong communication and team leadership skills to foster a quality culture and customer-focused environment
• Experience in managing technical documentation, equipment maintenance plans, and risk assessment for finishing operations
• Ability to develop skill matrices and manage succession planning within the department.

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.