Operator – MFG Equip 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

• 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 II 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.

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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.