Manufacturing Manager - Operations Management

Baker Hughes Holdings LLC; Rayne (LA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Hughes Company is seeking a Manufacturing Manager to lead our operations, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity across the plant. You will drive improvements, manage budgets, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet customer commitments.

Ideal candidates bring 7+ years in manufacturing leadership, expertise in Lean/Six Sigma, and strong financial acumen to optimize performance and capital investments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management or Chemical Engineering.
• Proven leadership in manufacturing, process operations, or related fields.
• Experience with HSE/PSM and regulatory requirements a plus.
• Track record of cost optimization and KPI-driven performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of plant operations to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets.
• Develop annual operating plans aligned with business objectives.
• Promote safety culture and ensure compliance with HSE, PSM and regulations.
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean and Six Sigma methods.
• Manage production scheduling, inventory, capacity planning, and resources.
• Oversee maintenance, reliability, and capital projects for uptime.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Decision-making

Stakeholder communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Manufacturing/Operations Management/Chemical Engineering

MBA or advanced technical degree

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Manufacturing Manager - Operations Management

Are you passionate about leading manufacturing operations, driving operational excellence, and developing high-performing teams?

Do you enjoy creating a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and accountability while delivering outstanding business results?

Partnering with the Best

As a Manufacturing Manager - Operations Management, you will be responsible for leading the overall performance of a manufacturing facility, ensuring excellence in safety, quality, delivery, cost, and employee engagement. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, HSE, Commercial, and Finance to deliver operational objectives while supporting business growth and customer satisfaction.

Fueling Your Passion

As a Manufacturing Manager - Operations Management, you will leverage your operational leadership expertise, manufacturing experience, and business acumen to drive plant performance and continuous improvement initiatives. You will lead manufacturing operations, develop talent, optimize resources, and ensure compliance with regulatory and company requirements while fostering a culture of operational excellence.

As a Manufacturing Manager - Operations Management, you will be responsible for:

• Leading all aspects of plant operations to achieve performance targets related to safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity.
• Developing and executing annual operating plans aligned with business objectives and long-term strategic goals.
• Promoting a safety-first culture while ensuring compliance with Health, Safety & Environment (HSE), Process Safety Management (PSM), and regulatory requirements.
• Ensuring effective implementation of risk assessments, audits, emergency preparedness activities, and corrective actions.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives focused on operational excellence, Lean Manufacturing principles, and sustainable performance improvements.
• Managing daily manufacturing activities, including production scheduling, inventory management, capacity planning, and resource utilization.
• Coordinating maintenance, reliability, and capital improvement programs to maximize equipment performance and operational uptime.
• Leading, coaching, and developing supervisors, planners, warehouse personnel, laboratory personnel, and manufacturing operators.
• Establishing clear performance expectations, accountability measures, and workforce development plans.
• Supporting succession planning, talent development, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Ensuring compliance with quality standards, customer specifications, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Leading investigations, root cause analysis activities, and corrective action plans related to quality, safety, or operational issues.
• Partnering with commercial, sourcing, and supply chain teams to ensure customer commitments and business objectives are achieved.
• Managing plant budgets, financial performance, and key operational metrics to drive profitability and cost optimization.
• Developing and executing capital investment projects that improve safety, reliability, capacity, and operational efficiency.
• Driving working capital optimization, productivity improvements, and cost reduction opportunities across the facility.
• Monitoring operational performance metrics and implementing action plans to achieve continuous improvement objectives.
• Ensuring compliance with company policies, quality requirements, and applicable environmental regulations.

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution.
• Have a minimum of 7 years of manufacturing, chemical, petrochemical, blending, process operations, or related industry experience.
• Have at least 3 years of leadership experience managing manufacturing, production, or operations teams.
• Demonstrate experience leading Health, Safety & Environment (HSE), Process Safety Management (PSM), and operational excellence programs.
• Possess strong knowledge of manufacturing operations, production planning, inventory management, and plant performance management.
• Have experience developing and managing operating budgets, financial plans, and operational key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making capabilities.
• Possess strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, coach, and develop high-performing teams.
• Have experience implementing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Demonstrate strong customer focus and commitment to quality, reliability, and operational excellence.
• Possess excellent written, verbal, presentation, and stakeholder communication skills.
• Have strong knowledge of regulatory compliance, quality management systems, and environmental requirements.
• Demonstrate the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple functions and organizational levels.
• Have experience utilizing SAP, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Be adaptable and capable of thriving in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Desired Characteristics

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• MBA or advanced technical degree.
• Experience within specialty chemicals, blending operations, oilfield chemicals, or related process industries.
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement certification.
• Working knowledge of Process Safety Management systems and regulatory compliance requirements.

Work in a Way That Works for You

This role may require collaboration across multiple functions, participation in customer and supplier engagement activities, support of capital projects, and leadership of operational improvement initiatives. The position may require occasional domestic travel to support business objectives and operational requirements.

Working with Us

Our people are at the heart of our success. We foster a collaborative, inclusive, and performance-driven environment where safety, innovation, teamwork, professional development, and continuous improvement are encouraged and rewarded.

Working for You

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package designed to support your professional growth and well-being, which may include:

• Career development and leadership training opportunities
• Medical and wellness benefits
• Financial and retirement programs
• Additional voluntary benefits

This position requires valid work authorization in the country of employment. The employer is unable to sponsor work authorization 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.

About Us

We are an energy technology company that provides solutions to energy and industrial customers worldwide. Built on a century of experience and conducting business in over 120 countries, our innovative technologies and services are taking energy forward - making it safer, cleaner and more efficient for people and the planet.

Join Us

Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company that values innovation and progress? Join us and become part of a team of people who will challenge and inspire you! Let's come together and take energy forward.

Baker Hughes Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.