PITC MFG Plant Leader

Baker Hughes•Hempstead, NY

About The Position

The PITC MFG Plant Leader leads a complex, vertically integrated manufacturing facility and drives operational excellence across the plant. The role champions Fulfillment, HSE, Productivity, Lean, and Quality initiatives while supporting safe, efficient, customer-focused operations and sustainable business growth. It works across multiple functions to develop talent and optimize plant performance, and leads a large manufacturing and/or AMO operation comprising multiple departments and cross-functional teams. The position is scheduled for general hours, 8 AM–5 PM. Valid work authorization in the country of employment is required; the employer is unable to sponsor work authorization for this role.

Requirements

Proven track record implementing Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
Strong knowledge of manufacturing management disciplines, including production planning, inventory control, fulfillment, productivity, and operational performance management.
Experience managing quality systems, cost management processes, and manufacturing performance metrics.
Strong leadership skills and ability to motivate, coach, and develop teams.
Ability to build teams and consistently drive value-added business results and operational excellence.
In-depth knowledge of manufacturing operations, project planning, cost control, and program management.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to influence stakeholders at all organizational levels.
Strong internal and external relationship-building capabilities.
Ability to energize, engage, and develop employees across all organizational levels.
Global mindset and ability to operate effectively in a dynamic, diverse business environment.
Valid work authorization in the country of employment; sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting plant expansions, capacity growth, or large-scale operational transformation initiatives.

Responsibilities

Lead the manufacturing facility to achieve targets in safety, quality, cost, delivery, and productivity.
Champion Fulfillment, HSE, Lean, Productivity, and Quality initiatives across the plant.
Promote a safety culture in collaboration with HSE teams through safety observations, hazard identification, and continuous improvement programs.
Ensure products meet internal and external customer requirements and quality expectations.
Manage operational requirements, production schedules, changing priorities, and plant-related issues to maintain uninterrupted operations.
Drive business improvement through operational excellence initiatives, benchmarking, and best practices.
Lead strategic planning that supports long-term business objectives and customer requirements.
Manage complex manufacturing processes involving technical diversity, production interdependencies, specialized expertise, and significant operational scale.
Develop and execute strategies to improve efficiency, productivity, fulfillment performance, and operational effectiveness.
Lead and develop plant leadership teams, including supervisory and administrative personnel.
Drive workforce planning, talent development, succession planning, and organizational capability building.
Lead a large manufacturing and/or AMO operation consisting of multiple departments and cross-functional teams.
Collaborate with business leaders and functional partners to support operational and strategic objectives.