Michael Smith

Michael Smith is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in configuration operations and business process leadership, currently serving as the Senior Configuration Operations & Integration Leader at Baker Hughes since June 2018. At Baker Hughes, Michael is focused on transforming the downstream valve business to enhance efficiency across eight global sites. Prior to this role, Michael held various positions at GE Oil & Gas from October 2012 to June 2018, including Senior Business Process Leader and Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, where responsibilities included driving on-time delivery and backlog reduction initiatives. Michael's earlier career at GE Lighting encompassed roles such as Product Quality Leader and New Product Introduction Leader, while initial experience includes engineering positions at GE and ABB. Michael holds both a Master's Degree and a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.