MANUFACTURING SPECIALIST I- 

Location: HOUSTON, TX, United States
Job Family: Manufacturing
Updated At: 2018-11-30
ORGANIZATION SUMMARY
Weatherford is one of the largest multinational oilfield service companies providing innovative solutions, technology and services to the oil and gas industry. The Company operates in over 90 countries and has a network of approximately 1,000 locations, including manufacturing, service, research and development, and training facilities and employs approximately 29,500 people. For more information, visit www.weatherford.com and connect with Weatherford on LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube and Facebook.
Weatherford delivers innovative technologies and services designed to meet the world’s current and future energy needs in a safe, ethical, and sustainable manner. Grounded by our core values and inspired by our world-class people, we are committed to being a trusted business partner to those we serve.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Generate business and increase revenues in the US Region through sales of Weatherford Automation products and services. Based in Bakersfield, CA.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support and assist in the improvements to productions processes, methods and controls.
Performs research, design and development of manufacturing processes including production flow, assembly methods and production equipment.
Develop standard costs and analysis on multiple products under consideration.
Coordinates the manufacturing launch of new or revised products including establishing goals and other considerations.
Assists with design, development, testing sourcing and/or cost justification of various tools, machinery and equipment for recommended manufacturing methods.
Performs product/process analysis for cost reduction, quality improvement and improved efficiency.
Assist with entry and maintenance of part numbers, BOM’s, mfg. routers and work orders; in various software applications, to support manufacturing production.
May represent manufacturing on cross-functional teams.
Maintain a clean and safe environment.
Work assignments carried out to the highest quality level.
Perform other duties as required by Supervisor within the physical constraints of the job.
Understand and comply with all Safety and Environmental requirements and company policies of Weatherford.
Know and understand Weatherford’s Enterprise Excellence Process and the Quality Policy and comply with all requirements of the Quality Systems Manual, Operating and Technical Procedures and Workplace Instructions.
QUALIFICATIONS
Must be a self-starter with good organizational skills.
Must be task oriented with a good ability to focus on details.
Basic knowledge of databases and information retrieval including query languages.
Individual must be able to follow instructions.
Good verbal communications skills.
Ability to work in a team oriented environment.
Ability to develop process routings for machined components unassisted.
Knowledge of raw material and chemical composition.
High School Diploma or GED
5 years experience in a production environment.
The physical ability to immediately respond to emergency situations.
Preferred:
Must have good reading, writing and math skills.
Proficient typing and data entry and spreadsheet skills.
Advanced knowledge of manufacturing processes such as part programming, work process development and time and motion studies.
Degree in Industrial Engineering or related field preferred.
POSITION SPECIFIC DETAILS
Weatherford offers competitive compensation and benefits upon hire; including paid vacation to start, matching 401K program, comprehensive benefits program, and employee stock purchase program (ESPP) and opportunities for on-going training and career development. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – Priority Referral Requested
Weatherford is an Equal Opportunity Employer Females/ Minorities/ Veterans/Disabled and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identi
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