Pipe Shop Operator at Baker Manufacturing Company, LLC

Job Title: Pipe Shop Operator
Department: Industrial Welding
Location: Baker Manufacturing Company, LLC – Evansville, WI
Reports To: Welding Supervisor

Pipe Shop Operator Position Summary:

The Pipe Shop Operator is a key support role within the Industrial Welding Department at Baker Manufacturing. This position performs a variety of Pipe handling and preparation work to ensure welders can focus on skilled fabrication and assembly work. Key duties include material handling of pipe, cutting of pipe, grinding/finishing pipe, threading lift-out assemblies, cutting holes in Upper Casing used in pitless units. The ideal candidate is reliable, safety-conscious, and flexible across various support functions in a manufacturing environment.

Pipe Shop Operator Key Responsibilities:

• Move raw materials and finished parts between work cells using forklifts, hoists, or carts.
• Assist welders with staging materials and clearing completed work.
• Organize and restock material areas to support continuous workflow.
• Operate pipe cutters, threaders, and related equipment to produce lift-out assemblies for pitless units.
• Measure and verify thread depths and pipe dimensions to ensure quality and fit.
• Clean and prep threaded parts for welding or final assembly.
• Operate Band Saw or cutting torch to cut pipe to length
• Grind cutting surface to remove sharp edge
• Cut holes in upper casing to match design
• Assist welders and leads with job preparation and cleanup.
• Follow all safety protocols and wear required PPE.
• Participate in cross-training opportunities to support other department tasks as needed.

1. High school diploma or equivalent required.
2. Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.
3. Ability to safely operate forklifts, hoists, and hand tools.
4. Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to follow instructions and job travelers.
5. Willingness to work in a physically demanding and dynamic environment.
6. Comfortable with repetitive tasks and flexible in daily work assignments.
7. All other duties as assigned