Production Controller
Would you enjoy playing a key role in driving production efficiency by aligning planning, materials, and execution in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment?
Are you motivated by coordinating cross‑functional teams and ensuring production targets, delivery commitments, and operational goals are consistently achieved?
As a Production Controller, you will be responsible for planning, monitoring, and coordinating production activities to ensure manufacturing output meets production plans, delivery commitments, and operational targets while optimizing cost, quality, and capacity utilization.
Responsibilities
* Supporting production by coordinating the release of work orders and move orders while maintaining accurate commitment dates.
* Creating and maintaining detailed production plans for test and assembly areas.
* Leading cell production meetings and driving effective material management processes.
* Coordinating closely with Production, Material Planning, Manufacturing Engineering (ME), Quality, and Supply Chain teams to ensure smooth execution.
* Identifying production deviations and supporting recovery plans to meet delivery and output targets.
* Liaising with Manufacturing Engineers to ensure timely delivery of work packages aligned with build schedules.
* Escalating risks related to capacity, manpower, material shortages, or equipment constraints.
* Creating and maintaining non‑standard discrete jobs within the system.
* Coordinating timely closure of discrete jobs to ensure accurate system records and reporting.
Qualifications
* Be self‑sufficient in defining production priorities based on stakeholder requirements.
* Demonstrate strong capability in using Oracle ERP systems and reports to identify material risks and manage shortages.
* Be proficient in Microsoft Excel to analyze, manipulate, and present data to stakeholders.
* Have prior experience in planning, procurement, or a related function.
* Be able to manage multiple stakeholders and use data to make informed decisions.
* Create structured rhythms and communication cadences across teams to ensure delivery against project schedules.
* Be proficient in software applications including MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Oracle, Cyberplan, and Gensuite.
Desired Characteristics
* Knowledge of manufacturing processes is advantageous.
* Ability to influence and drive cultural and process improvements across teams.
* Strong problem identification and solution‑oriented mindset.
* High attention to detail with excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.
* Strong organizational and time management capabilities.
QHSE Responsibilities
* Ensure all applicable quality and operational procedures, as defined in Baker Hughes policies, are adhered to at all times.
* Perform all activities in accordance with Baker Hughes safety and environmental procedures.
* Ensure all incidents and accidents are immediately reported and that all required documentation is completed.
Benefits
* Contemporary work‑life balance policies and wellbeing activities
* Comprehensive private medical care options
* Life insurance and disability programs
* Tailored financial programs
* Additional elective or voluntary benefits
The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Manufacturing Experienced Professional - Production Planning & Scheduling
Equal Opportunity Employer
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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