Machinist

Baker Hughes Company; Liberty (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical care

Life insurance

Disability programs

Tailored financial programs

Additional voluntary benefits

Job summary

Baker Hughes is seeking a skilled Machinist to manufacture high‑precision components for rupture disc assemblies. You will set up machines, read blueprints, program CNCs, and verify parts with CMM and optical comparators.

The role emphasizes precision, safety, and adherence to quality standards. Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in a job shop environment, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to work with lathes, mills, and robotics.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; certificate in CIMM or related industrial technology preferred.
• 3+ years in a job shop or high‑mix, low‑volume production environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints; write/modify CNC programs.

Responsibilities

• Determine setup requirements by reviewing blueprints and instructions.
• Measure, mark, and scribe dimensions to guide machining operations.
• Machine bar stock to required dimensions with precision.
• Interact with co‑bots and robotic tools to enhance efficiency.
• Verify conformance of finished parts using CMM/optical comparators.
• Perform preventative maintenance on machining equipment as needed.
• Comply with productivity and quality standards; operate forklift when needed.
• Perform additional duties based on workload.

Skills

Blueprint reading

CNC programming

Mechanical aptitude

Quality compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certificate in CIMM or related industrial technology

Tools

CNC machines

CMM / optical comparators

Robotic tooling

Forklift operation

Job description

Machinist Do you take pride in precision machining and craftsmanship? Are you excited about shaping high‑quality components that power critical industrial solutions? Partner with the Best Baker Hughes stands as a leading global energy technology company, delivering innovative solutions that make energy safer, cleaner, and more efficient across the entire value chain. Operating in more than 120 countries, the company blends deep industrial expertise with advanced engineering and digital technologies to support energy production, transformation, and decarbonization. With over a century of heritage, Baker Hughes partners with customers in oil and gas, industrial sectors, and emerging energy markets to accelerate progress toward a more sustainable energy future. Fuel Your Passion As a Machinist, you will be contributing to the manufacturing of high‑precision components used in rupture disc assemblies. You will be ensuring accuracy, safety, and quality while working with advanced machining tools, robotics, and inspection equipment. Your craftsmanship directly supports the reliability and performance of our products.

As a Machinist, You Will Be:

• Determining setup requirements by reviewing blueprints, drawings, specifications, manuals, and instructions.
• Measuring, marking, and scribing dimensions on materials to guide machining operations.
• Machining bar stock to required dimensions with precision.
• Interacting with co‑bots and robotic tools to enhance machining efficiency.
• Verifying conformance of finished parts using precision measuring equipment such as CMM and optical comparators.
• Performing preventative maintenance on machining equipment as needed.
• Complying with productivity and quality standards to meet operational goals.
• Operating a forklift when required to support material movement.
• Performing additional duties based on workload and business needs.

To Be Successful in This Role, You Will Have:

Education & Experience

• Have a high school diploma or GED; a certificate in CIMM or related industrial technology is preferred. Have 3+ years of experience in a job shop or high‑mix, low‑volume production environment.

Technical Skills

• Have demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
• Have the ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Have intermediate math and reading skills.
• Have working knowledge of lathes, mills, and other machine shop equipment.
• Have the ability to write and modify CNC programs.
• Have basic computer skills.

Behavioral Skills

• Have willingness to follow all manufacturing procedures and company policies.
• Have strong attention to detail.
• Have a commitment to quality, accuracy, and safety.
• Have the ability to stay focused and manage time effectively.
• Have a positive attitude and the ability to work well with peers, supervisors, management, and external partners.

Physical Requirements

• Have motor skills sufficient to safely operate tools and machinery.
• Have the ability to stand or walk for most of an 8–10-hour shift.
• Have the ability to lift up to 50 pounds using proper techniques.
• Have the ability to wear required PPE, including safety glasses and safety shoes.
• Have the willingness to work overtime, alternate shifts, and weekends as needed.

Work in a Way That Works for You

We recognize that everyone works differently. This role offers flexible working hours to help you perform at your best.

Working With Us

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We invest in well‑being, development, and leadership growth so everyone can bring their authentic selves to work.

Working for You

• Contemporary work‑life balance policies
• Comprehensive private medical care
• Life insurance and disability programs
• Tailored financial programs
• Additional voluntary benefits

This position requires current work authorization in the country of employment. The employer is unable to provide or continue work authorization sponsorship for this role. You will be eligible to participate in Company-sponsored benefit programs, including health & welfare programs and the Thrift Plan (401k). You will have a choice of coverage options that best suit your needs. Coverage options and contribution amounts are related to your benefit elections, base salary level, and specific requirements of each of these plans. This position is eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package, which can be found here, and is further eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses subject to the terms of the applicable benefit plans or policies.

The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Machinist V At Baker Hughes, we are transforming the future of energy. With operations in over 120 countries, we are developing and deploying industry‑leading technologies and services to take energy forward. For more than a century, our inventions have revolutionized energy. Today, we are bringing our expertise to make oil and gas safer, cleaner, and more efficient. Our people are the trusted experts, relied on to solve customer challenges big and small. We invest in the health and well‑being of our workforce, train and reward talent, and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other. We believe in creating an environment of diversity and inclusion, without bias. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged, and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We're makers, inventors, and leaders who aren't afraid of the tough challenges. We believe pushing boundaries will help to lead the way for a new energy future.