What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chemical Plant Operator - Production (Rayne, LA) position at Baker Hughes?
Do you enjoy working in fast‑paced production environments?
Would you like to be part of essential manufacturing processes that keep operations running efficiently and safely?
Join our team!
Our Upstream Chemical Production Solutions team provides industry‑leading products and services that optimize the extraction, production, and processing of energy. We help a diverse range of customers across the value chain to reduce operating costs and improve productivity.
Partner with the best
As an Operator – Production, you will be supporting daily production operations across material handling, chemical processing, and documentation activities.
You are assisting with transporting raw materials, drumming out products, collecting samples, and managing waste safely.
You are contributing to accurate production documentation while maintaining operational safety and following routine written instructions.
You are ensuring smooth workflow, supporting plant efficiency, and working in outdoor environments across all seasons while complying with HS&E guidelines.
As an Operator – Production, you will be responsible for:
To be successful in this role you will:
We recognize that everyone works differently, and we want to help you perform at your best. Working patterns for this role may include:
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
We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a competitive package that reflects how much we value their contribution. Join us, and you can expect:
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: Operator - Prod 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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Would you like to be part of essential manufacturing processes that keep operations running efficiently and safely?
Join our team!
Our Upstream Chemical Production Solutions team provides industry‑leading products and services that optimize the extraction, production, and processing of energy. We help a diverse range of customers across the value chain to reduce operating costs and improve productivity.
Partner with the best
As an Operator – Production, you will be supporting daily production operations across material handling, chemical processing, and documentation activities.
You are assisting with transporting raw materials, drumming out products, collecting samples, and managing waste safely.
You are contributing to accurate production documentation while maintaining operational safety and following routine written instructions.
You are ensuring smooth workflow, supporting plant efficiency, and working in outdoor environments across all seasons while complying with HS&E guidelines.
As an Operator – Production, you will be responsible for:
- Reading, understanding, and following routine written instructions
- Performing basic mathematical calculations
- Transporting, loading, and unloading raw materials and chemical products
- Drumming out product from reactors and blenders
- Collecting and delivering samples to the QC lab
- Handling waste properly, including collection, labeling, and disposal
- Acquiring basic computer skills for production documentation
- Safely manipulating loads weighing between 200–500 lbs
- Working outdoors year‑round in various weather conditions
- Operating a forklift and obtaining/maintaining certification
- Performing other duties as assigned to support safe and efficient plant operations
To be successful in this role you will:
- Have a High School Diploma or equivalent
- Have mechanical aptitude
- Can perform basic math
- Can operate a Forklift or willingness to obtain certification
- Have ability to lift capacity of 50 lbs
- Any chemical experience would be advantage
- Capacity to work outside
We recognize that everyone works differently, and we want to help you perform at your best. Working patterns for this role may include:
- On‑site - 12 hours shift (5days a week) & on-call as needed
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
We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a competitive package that reflects how much we value their contribution. Join us, and you can expect:
- 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
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: Operator - Prod 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.
R167874