Manufacturing Operator
Baker Hughes · Gb-Newcastle-Upon-Tyne-Wincomblee Road Wellstream House, United Kingdom
Manufacturing Operator
Do you enjoy being part of a team that provides high-quality services for our customers?
Are you passionate about working with manufacturing technologies that help deliver essential products to customers worldwide?
Join a team that delivers essential services
At Baker Hughes, our purpose is clear. We take energy forward, making it safer, cleaner, and more efficient for people and the planet. Our manufacturing teams are responsible for producing high-quality products that support critical energy operations around the world.
Join a supportive and collaborative production environment where you'll develop valuable technical skills, work with modern manufacturing equipment, and contribute to delivering products that meet the highest standards of quality and safety.
Partner with the best
As a Manufacturing Operator, you will play a vital role in supporting manufacturing operations by operating production equipment, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring products are manufactured safely and efficiently. You will work closely with experienced team members while developing skills across multiple manufacturing processes and technologies.
As a Manufacturing Operator, you will be responsible for:
- Setting up, operating, monitoring, and adjusting manufacturing equipment to meet production requirements.
- Preparing production lines and supporting product changeovers to ensure efficient manufacturing operations.
- Monitoring equipment performance and escalating operational issues when required.
- Performing quality inspections and measurements to ensure products meet specification standards.
- Using hand tools, measuring equipment, and production tools safely and effectively.
- Handling materials and finished products using approved material-handling equipment and overhead cranes where qualified.
- Accurately recording production and quality information in line with operational requirements.
- Maintaining excellent housekeeping standards while supporting a safe and efficient working environment.
Fuel your passion
To be successful in this role, you will:
- Hold a secondary school qualification or equivalent.
- Have experience working within a manufacturing, production, or industrial environment.
- Be able to follow written work instructions, procedures, and standard operating practices.
- Demonstrate good mechanical aptitude and confidence using hand tools and measuring equipment.
- Possess basic mathematical skills and the ability to perform routine calculations.
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to health, safety, and quality standards.
- Be flexible and willing to work a continental 12-hour shift pattern, including days and nights.
- Have a positive attitude and a willingness to learn new equipment, processes, and technical skills through training and development.
Key Competencies
- Manufacturing Equipment Operation
- Quality and Safety Compliance
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Attention to Detail
- Problem Solving and Troubleshooting
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Adaptability and Continuous Learning
- Production Efficiency and Reliability
Shift Pattern:
- Days: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Nights: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM
- Rotating continental shift pattern consisting of days, rest days, and nights across a two-week cycle
Working with us
Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all 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. To keep moving forward, we continue to push the boundaries of innovation and reward those who embrace change and drive results. Join us, and you can expect:
- Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing initiatives
- Comprehensive private medical care options
- Life insurance and disability coverage programs
- Tailored financial and retirement programs
- Additional elected and voluntary benefits
- Professional development and career growth opportunities within a global organization
The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Operator - MFG Equip I