Manufacturing Manager – Turbine Components for Marine Use

The Manufacturing Manager for Turbine Components for Marine Use oversees the end-to-end production of high-precision components used in marine propulsion and power generation systems, including gas and steam turbines. This role is responsible for managing production workflows, ensuring adherence to quality standards (AS9100, ISO 9001, ABS), optimizing throughput, and driving continuous improvement initiatives in a high-spec manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• • Lead daily operations in the production of turbine components such as blades, rotors, casings, nozzles, and seals for marine gas and steam turbine systems.

  • Plan and manage manufacturing schedules, capacity planning, and resource allocation to meet project timelines and customer specifications.

  • Oversee machining (CNC turning/milling), precision welding, casting, heat treatment, coating, and final assembly processes.

  • Ensure compliance with quality control protocols, including non-destructive testing (NDT), dimensional inspections, and metallurgical verification.

  • Collaborate with design engineering, quality, and supply chain teams to resolve technical issues and incorporate design for manufacturability (DFM) feedback.

  • Drive Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce scrap, rework, and cycle time.

  • Manage shop floor personnel including machinists, inspectors, welders, and technicians; provide training, performance reviews, and workload balancing.

  • Ensure strict adherence to safety and environmental standards in accordance with OSHA, EPA, and ISO 14001.

  • Interface with OEM clients, marine classification societies (ABS, DNV, LR), and regulatory auditors for inspections and certifications.

  • Monitor and control manufacturing budgets, cost of goods sold (COGS), and capital equipment planning.

Key Focus Areas:

• • High-Precision Machining and Assembly of Marine Turbine Components

  • Rotating Equipment Manufacturing (Disks, Blades, Shafts, Casings)

  • Marine Standards Compliance (ABS, DNV, USCG, IMO)

  • Lean Manufacturing, CNC Operations, and Metallurgical Quality Assurance

  • Production Scheduling and Team Leadership in a Heavy Industrial Setting

Qualifications:

• • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.

  • 7–10 years of manufacturing experience, with at least 3–5 years in a managerial/supervisory capacity.

  • Hands-on experience with the manufacturing of turbine or precision aerospace/marine components.

  • Strong understanding of manufacturing technologies including CNC machining, thermal processing, and material properties of superalloys (e.g., Inconel, titanium, stainless steel).

  • Familiarity with marine and naval component specifications, tolerances, and class society requirements.

Preferred Skills:

• • Experience with ERP and MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, Infor, etc.)

  • Certification in Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher)

  • OEM or defense program experience in marine propulsion systems

  • Familiarity with AS9100, ISO 9001, and API standards

  • Exposure to digital manufacturing, Industry 4.0 practices, and smart shop floor analytics

Work Environment:

• • Manufacturing floor with occasional exposure to high temperatures, machinery, and noise.

  • Requires use of PPE and adherence to factory safety protocols.

  • Some travel may be required for supplier audits or client meeting