Machinist

Baker Hughes • Houston, TX

4d

About The Position

As a Machinist at Baker Hughes, you will manufacture high-precision components that support critical energy technologies. You will help ensure accuracy, quality, and operational excellence while using machining equipment, robotics, and inspection tools. Your work will affect product performance, customer satisfaction, and business success.

The role involves reviewing technical documentation to determine setups, preparing and machining materials and 3D-printed components, and checking finished parts against specifications. You will also perform preventive maintenance, follow productivity, safety, and quality standards, and operate forklifts when required. Additional duties and projects may be assigned according to workload and business needs.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and at least five years of experience in a job shop or high-mix, low-volume production environment. A CIMM or related industrial technology certificate is preferred. The role also requires mechanical aptitude, blueprint-reading ability, machining and CNC programming skills, and attention to safety and quality. Physical requirements include standing and walking during an 8- to 10-hour shift, lifting up to 50 pounds, and wearing required personal protective equipment. Overtime, alternate shifts, and weekend work may be required as business needs dictate.

The position requires current work authorization in the country of employment; the employer cannot provide or continue sponsorship. Benefits include health and welfare programs, a 401(k) Thrift Plan, medical care options, life insurance and disability programs, financial programs, and other elected or voluntary benefits. Additional compensation may include bonuses, subject to applicable plan terms or policies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 5 years of experience in a job shop or high-mix, low-volume production environment.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Intermediate mathematical and reading skills.
• Experience operating turning and milling machines.
• Ability to operate manual machines as required.
• Working knowledge of lathes, mills, and other machine shop equipment.
• Ability to write, edit, and modify CNC programs.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with manufacturing systems.
• Willingness to follow manufacturing procedures and company policies.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to remain focused and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to collaborate with peers, supervisors, management, and external partners.
• Motor skills necessary to safely operate machinery, tools, and equipment.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during an 8- to 10-hour shift.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds using proper lifting techniques.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including safety glasses and safety shoes.
• Flexibility to work overtime, alternate shifts, and weekends as business needs require.
• Current work authorization in the country of employment; sponsorship is not provided.

Nice To Haves

• Certificate in CIMM or related industrial technology.
• Experience with Mazak Mazatrol and Hurco WinMax controls.

Responsibilities

• Review blueprints, drawings, specifications, manuals, and work instructions to determine setup requirements.
• Measure, mark, and scribe material dimensions to guide machining operations.
• Machine 3D-printed components to specified dimensions and requirements.
• Verify finished parts using precision measurement equipment, including CMMs and optical comparators.
• Perform preventive maintenance on machining equipment as required.
• Comply with productivity, safety, and quality standards to achieve operational goals.
• Operate forklifts when required to support material movement and production activities.
• Support additional duties and projects based on workload and business requirements.

Benefits

• Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities.
• Comprehensive private medical care options.
• Life insurance and disability programs.
• Tailored financial programs.
• Additional elected or voluntary benefits.
• Company-sponsored health and welfare programs.
• Thrift Plan (401k).
• Potential additional compensation such as bonuses, subject to applicable plan terms or policies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED