Lead Operator – Manufacturing Equipment

Are you passionate about driving manufacturing excellence?

Would you like to lead operational activities across multiple production processes?

Join our team

Baker Hughes is a leading energy technology company built on more than a century of innovation. Operating in over 120 countries, we deliver cutting‑edge solutions that make energy safer, cleaner, and more efficient for people and the planet.

Partner with the best

As a Lead Operator – Manufacturing Equipment, you will work under general supervision to set up, monitor, and operate a range of equipment used across the manufacturing facility. You may run multiple machines simultaneously, perform cable repair and splicing, and support quality assurance activities in alignment with engineering specifications and ISO requirements. Your experience and technical skills will support safe and efficient production operations.

As a Lead Operator – Manufacturing Equipment, you will be responsible for:

• Setting up, monitoring, and operating various manufacturing equipment, including Rewind, Tapeline, Packager, Tape/Braider, Magline, Plastic extruder & PCP injection

Operating multiple machines at once, as required by production needs.

Performing cable repair, patching, or splicing as needed.

Conducting quality assurance tasks in accordance with manufacturing/engineering specifications and ISO requirements.

Reading and interpreting routine instructions accurately.

Performing basic mathematical calculations to support production tasks.

Using general hand tools and precision measuring equipment effectively.

Operating material‑moving equipment and overhead cranes or obtaining required certifications.

Fuel your passion

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Hold a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Bring significant manufacturing experience in a manufacturing, equipment operation, or similar environment.
• Demonstrate good mechanical aptitude and hands‑on capability.
• Possess the ability to read instructions and follow standard operating procedures.
• Be comfortable working with tools, machines, and measuring equipment.
• Be willing and able to obtain equipment‑operation certifications where required.
  
  
  

Work in a way that works for you

This is a full‑time onsite manufacturing role. Work schedules may vary based on production requirements.

Working with us

At Baker Hughes, we believe our people are central to our success. We cultivate a culture of safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We empower individuals to learn, grow, and contribute to high‑performance manufacturing operations.

Working for you

We reward dedication and operational excellence with a competitive benefits package aligned with local market standards, including:

• Contemporary work–life balance policies and wellbeing programs
• Comprehensive private medical care
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Competitive financial programs.
• Additional elective or voluntary benefits
  
  
  

The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Operator - MFG Equip III

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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