RDD Tech I

Baker Hughes; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Hughes is seeking an RDD Tech I to support laboratory operations by receiving, processing, and tracking chemical samples to ensure accurate testing and smooth workflow.

You will log and label samples, review ASI documentation, coordinate notifications, and communicate with customers and internal teams while maintaining accurate records in Excel, Outlook, and Word. This on-site role offers opportunities to grow in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent vocational training.
• Experience in industrial, laboratory, logistics, shipping/receiving, or administrative support preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when reviewing documentation and sample information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience handling documentation, inventory tracking, or sample management processes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receiving and securing incoming chemical samples in accordance with established procedures.
• Logging and tracking samples using internal systems and documentation tools.
• Reviewing shipment information and verifying samples against Analytical Sample Inventory (ASI) documentation.
• Opening, inspecting, and labeling samples to ensure proper laboratory processing.
• Coordinating notification of sample receipt with internal stakeholders and requestors.
• Identifying discrepancies such as incorrect labeling, missing information, damaged samples, incorrect addresses, or location issues.
• Communicating with customers, senders, and requestors to resolve sample and documentation discrepancies.
• Maintaining accurate records using Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Supporting laboratory personnel by ensuring samples are properly categorized and distributed for testing activities.
• Following Baker Hughes HSE policies, quality standards, and laboratory procedures.
• Maintaining an organized, safe, and professional work environment.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

MS Excel

Outlook

Word

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Word

Job description

Are you passionate about laboratory operations and sample management?

Do you enjoy working in a detail-oriented environment where accuracy, communication, and organization are critical to success?

Partnering with the Best

As an RDD Tech I, you will support laboratory operations by receiving, processing, tracking, and coordinating chemical samples to ensure accurate testing and efficient workflow management. You will work closely with laboratory personnel, customers, and internal stakeholders to ensure samples are handled properly and all documentation requirements are met.

Fueling Your Passion

As an RDD Tech I, you will play a key role in supporting laboratory activities through sample receipt, documentation, tracking, and communication. You will leverage your organizational skills, attention to detail, and analytical abilities to ensure samples are correctly logged, labeled, tracked, and routed for testing. Working closely with laboratory teams, you will help maintain data accuracy, support customer communication, and ensure compliance with established procedures and quality standards.

As an RDD Tech I, you will be responsible for:

• Receiving and securing incoming chemical samples in accordance with established procedures.
• Logging and tracking samples using internal systems and documentation tools.
• Reviewing shipment information and verifying samples against Analytical Sample Inventory (ASI) documentation.
• Opening, inspecting, and labeling samples to ensure proper laboratory processing.
• Coordinating notification of sample receipt with internal stakeholders and requestors.
• Identifying discrepancies such as incorrect labeling, missing information, damaged samples, incorrect addresses, or location issues.
• Communicating with customers, senders, and requestors to resolve sample and documentation discrepancies.
• Maintaining accurate records using Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Supporting laboratory personnel by ensuring samples are properly categorized and distributed for testing activities.
• Following Baker Hughes HSE policies, quality standards, and laboratory procedures.
• Maintaining an organized, safe, and professional work environment.

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Have a High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent vocational training.
• Have previous experience in an industrial, laboratory, logistics, shipping/receiving, or administrative support environment preferred.
• Have basic analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Have strong attention to detail and accuracy when reviewing documentation and sample information.
• Have effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Have proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Have the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Have the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Have experience handling documentation, inventory tracking, or sample management processes preferred.

Work in a way that works for you

We recognize that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns:

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Work Location: 100% Onsite

Working with us

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. 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.

Working for you

Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we have to push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their input. Join us, and you can expect:

• Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
• Comprehensive private medical care options
• Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
• Tailored financial programs
• Additional elected or voluntary benefits

About Us

With operations in over 120 countries, we provide better solutions for our customers and richer opportunities for our people. As a leading partner to the energy industry, we’re committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 and we’re always looking for the right people to help us get there. People who are as passionate as we are about making energy safer, cleaner and more efficient.

Why Baker Hughes?

At Baker Hughes, wetake energy forwardmaking it safer, cleaner, and more efficient for people and the planet.You’llwork at the forefront of clean energy innovation, with the opportunity to make a real, measurable impact.

This position requires valid work authorization in the country of employment. The employer is unable to sponsor work authorization for this role at any time.

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: RDD Tech I

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.

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