Pipe Shop Operator

Job Description

Job Description

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

Monday-Thursday 5am-3pm

Mandatory overtime as needed

Compensation details : 19-21 Hourly Wage

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