Manufacturing Operator

Baker Hughes Company; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k plan

Bonus programs

Job summary

Baker Hughes is seeking an Operator - MFG Equip IV to support plant production and maintenance activities in a fast-paced environment. You will perform repairs, set up and monitor process equipment, and ensure product quality while adhering to safety standards.

You will interpret work orders, operate multiple machines, and perform preventive maintenance with minimal supervision. The role involves both indoor and outdoor duties and requires strong teamwork and problem-solving skills.

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

• Assist in maintaining plant production by performing repairs within scope of expertise.
• Interpret and execute work orders while following established safe work procedures.
• Perform mechanical repairs on plant equipment and complete preventive maintenance activities as scheduled.
• Set up, monitor, and operate manufacturing, production, and process-related equipment.
• Operate multiple machines simultaneously to support production requirements.
• Perform quality assurance activities in accordance with manufacturing, engineering, and ISO requirements.
• Test, troubleshoot, and repair instrumentation systems associated with production equipment.
• Monitor, test, and verify finished products to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Support production activities in indoor and outdoor environments across varying weather conditions.
• Follow competency management program requirements and work effectively with minimal supervision.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Precision measuring instruments

Job description

Assisting in maintaining plant production by performing repairs within the scope of expertise. Interpreting and executing work orders while following established safe work procedures. Performing mechanical repairs on plant equipment and completing preventive maintenance activities as scheduled. Setting up, monitoring, and operating manufacturing, production, and process-related equipment. Operating multiple machines simultaneously to support production requirements. Performing quality assurance activities in accordance with manufacturing, engineering, and ISO requirements. Executing specialized process functions and operating associated equipment. Monitoring, testing, and verifying finished products to ensure compliance with specifications. Utilizing general hand tools and precision measuring equipment to support maintenance and production activities. Assisting with the transportation, loading, and unloading of finished products and raw materials. Cleaning production equipment and collecting product samples for analysis. Operating and adjusting process controls to maintain production efficiency and product quality. Testing, troubleshooting, and repairing instrumentation systems associated with production equipment. Supporting production activities in indoor and outdoor environments across varying weather conditions. Following competency management program requirements and working effectively with minimal supervision.

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.

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: Operator - MFG Equip IV 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.