Manufacturing Equipment Operator & Maintenance Tech II

Baker Hughes; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & welfare programs

401k

Job summary

Baker Hughes is seeking an Operator - MFG Equip II to assist in maintaining plant production and performing repairs within the scope of expertise. You will interpret work orders, perform mechanical maintenance, and operate production equipment to support efficient manufacturing.

The role requires 1–3 years of manufacturing/oil-gas experience, a high school diploma, and strong safety and teamwork skills. Flexibility for rotating shifts is essential, with benefits including health and welfare

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of manufacturing and/or oil/gas experience preferred.
• Have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent qualification.
• Demonstrate mechanical aptitude and the ability to perform equipment maintenance and repairs.
• Possess experience using general hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
• Have the ability to interpret work instructions, procedures, and work orders.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.
• Be capable of operating manufacturing and production equipment in a fast-paced environment.
• Have effective problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Demonstrate strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Be able to work with minimal supervision and manage responsibilities independently.
• Be willing and able to work rotating shifts and support plant operational requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs within scope of expertise to maintain plant production.
• Interpret and execute work orders following safe work procedures.
• Perform mechanical repairs on plant equipment and preventive maintenance.
• Set up, monitor, and operate manufacturing and process equipment.
• Operate multiple machines to support production requirements.
• Conduct quality assurance to meet manufacturing and ISO requirements.
• Test, troubleshoot, and repair instrumentation systems associated with production equipment.
• Monitor, test, and verify finished products for specification compliance.
• Use general hand tools and precision measuring equipment to support maintenance.
• Assist with transportation, loading, and unloading of finished products and raw materials.
• Clean production equipment and collect product samples for analysis.
• Operate and adjust process controls to maintain efficiency and quality.
• Support production in indoor and outdoor environments across varying weather conditions.
• Follow competency management requirements and work with minimal supervision.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Safety consciousness

Shift flexibility

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

General hand tools

Precision measuring instruments

Job description

Baker Hughes is seeking an Operator - MFG Equip II to assist in maintaining plant production and performing repairs within the scope of expertise. You will interpret work orders, perform mechanical maintenance, and operate production equipment to support efficient manufacturing.

The role requires 1–3 years of manufacturing/oil-gas experience, a high school diploma, and strong safety and teamwork skills. Flexibility for rotating shifts is essential, with benefits including health and welfare