Lean Field Operations Manger at Baker Hughes

Florence, Tuscany, Italy

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Industrial Energy Technology, Oil & Gas, Energy ServicesIndustries

Requirements

Hold a bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a higher technical qualification
Have experience in driving continuous process improvement and applying Lean methodologies in business operations
Possess knowledge and hands-on experience with Lean principles, tools, and methodologies, including 5S, Value Stream Mapping, and Kaizen events
Be an expert in Agile and Lean methodologies, as well as Six Sigma, with a strong eagerness for continuous learning
Have knowledge of IET products and field service experience
Demonstrate a strong data-gathering and process-oriented mindset
Be financially focused, with the ability to leverage HSE and Quality to achieve operational targets
Possess broad business acumen to effectively collaborate with and lead large, remote, cross-functional, and diverse teams
Be a self-starter with an entrepreneurial attitude, passionate about innovation, and committed to challenging the status quo
Be an excellent motivator and communicator
Be available to travel up to 30% of the time
Have strong organizational skills
Continuously seek new ways of doing things (creativity)

Responsibilities

Analyze the entire IET service outage portfolio, by contract and execution model, through a Lean Management lens
Identify, lead and facilitate Lean initiatives across the organization, including process improvement, waste reduction, and problem-solving activities
Partner with Operations teams to cultivate and promote Lean principles, tools, and methodologies to ensure Lean practices are embraced and adopted across the organization
Ensure Lean principles are incorporated into daily work routines, including visual management, on site daily huddles, and problem-solving activities
Develop business cases for identified initiatives, prioritize and drive their implementation, measure results in terms of Customer Outcomes and Business sustainability
Develop and implement Lean KPI to measure performance and identify waste; make data-driven decisions on where to continue or pivot
Develop, promote and maintain a culture of continuous improvement (Kaizen)
Periodically update senior leadership on the progress of the entire execution excellence and productivity program deck, also communicating best practices and success stories to drive continuous improvement across the organization
Lead the development of VSMs and Kaizen workshops
Coaching on lean practices: offer ongoing coaching to ensure the proper use of Lean principles and tools, fostering a culture of continuous improvement

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Lean ManagementContinuous ImprovementKaizenProcess ImprovementWaste ReductionVisual ManagementProblem-SolvingKPI DevelopmentData-Driven Decision MakingProject ManagementHSEBusiness Case Development

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What qualifications are required for the Lean Field Operations Manager role?

Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a higher technical qualification, have experience driving continuous process improvement with Lean methodologies, and possess hands-on knowledge of Lean tools like 5S, Value Stream Mapping, and Kaizen.

What is the salary or compensation for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this Lean Field Operations Manager role remote or office-based?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What does the company culture emphasize for this role?

The role focuses on developing and maintaining a culture of continuous improvement (Kaizen), promoting Lean principles through coaching, daily huddles, visual management, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance efficiency, HSE, Quality, and customer satisfaction.

What makes a strong candidate for the Lean Operations Manager position?

Strong candidates are experts in Agile, Lean methodologies, and Six Sigma, with field service experience in IET products, a data-gathering and process-oriented mindset, and financial focus leveraging HSE and Quality.

Baker Hughes

Energy technology solutions for oil and gas

About Baker Hughes

Baker Hughes provides a wide range of services and products aimed at improving the performance and sustainability of businesses in the oil and gas industry. Their offerings include advanced technology solutions, consultancy services, and training programs that help clients optimize operations, enhance safety, and minimize environmental impact. The company focuses on machine asset management and health monitoring solutions, and their training services combine e-learning with classroom instruction to boost workforce competency. Unlike many competitors, Baker Hughes integrates sustainability into its core business model, emphasizing environmental, social, and governance principles. Their goal is to lead the transition to cleaner energy by reducing their carbon footprint and promoting diversity and inclusion within their workforce.

Houston, TexasHeadquarters

1972Year Founded

IPOCompany Stage

Consulting, EnergyIndustries