Foundry Production Opportunities

Baker Manufacturing Company, LLC
Location: Evansville, Wisconsin
Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: 5:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Overtime may be required on Fridays and/or Saturdays. Scheduled hours may vary slightly depending on the position assigned and operational needs.

Position Summary

Baker Manufacturing is hiring dependable, hardworking individuals for multiple production positions within our foundry. Available opportunities may include molding, pouring, shifting, grinding, chipping, blast cleaning, material handling, furnace operators, lift-truck operation, and other foundry production work.

Applicants will have an opportunity to discuss their experience, interests, and preferred type of work during the hiring process. Final placement will be based on the applicant’s qualifications and interests, current openings, and the operational needs of the company.

Because responsibilities and requirements vary by position, employees will receive a more detailed, position-specific job description when an assignment is made.

Benefits

Baker Manufacturing Company, LLC offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, which may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid short-term
• Long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Employee assistance program
• Additional voluntary benefit options

General Responsibilities

Depending on the position assigned, responsibilities may include:

• Perform production work related to molding, pouring, shifting, grinding, chipping, cleaning, finishing, or handling metal castings.
• Operate assigned foundry machinery, equipment, hand tools, and power tools safely.
• Inspect materials, castings, and completed work for visible defects or quality concerns.
• Move materials, parts, molds, and finished products throughout the production area.
• Follow established work instructions, production requirements, and quality standards.
• Complete required production and quality documentation accurately.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Wear all required personal protective equipment.
• Follow company safety rules, policies, and procedures.
• Report equipment concerns, unsafe conditions, injuries, and quality issues promptly.
• Work cooperatively with supervisors, leads, maintenance, quality personnel, and other production employees.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Foundry Work Environment

Foundry work is physically demanding and takes place in an industrial manufacturing environment. Employees may regularly work around:

• High temperatures and radiant heat
• Molten metal and hot castings
• Dust, sand, smoke, fumes, and airborne particles
• Loud machinery and production noise
• Moving equipment, lift trucks, and industrial vehicles
• Uneven, wet, or slippery walking surfaces
• Sparks, vibration, and varying temperatures

Employees must follow all safety procedures and wear required protective equipment, which may include safety glasses, hearing protection, safety-toe footwear, gloves, face shields, respirators, protective clothing, and heat-resistant equipment.

Physical Requirements

Physical requirements may vary slightly depending on the assigned position. Employees must generally be able to:

• Stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Frequently bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, reach, twist, and maintain balance.
• Climb steps or stairs and safely access equipment or work platforms when required.
• Push, pull, grip, handle, and perform repetitive movements.
• Lift and carry materials or castings weighing up to 50 pounds independently.
• Use appropriate lifting equipment or assistance for items weighing more than 50 pounds.
• Safely work around foundry machinery, moving equipment, hot materials, and production operations.
• Wear required personal protective equipment for the duration of the shift.
• Work safely and effectively in hot, dusty, noisy, and physically demanding conditions.

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing, foundry, construction, farming, warehouse, or other physically demanding work experience is preferred but not required.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to work safely, dependably, and cooperatively as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn different foundry processes and operate assigned equipment.
• Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Ability to work scheduled overtime when required.
• Forklift or industrial equipment experience may be required for certain positions.

Position Assignment

This posting represents multiple potential openings within the foundry and is not limited to one specific position. Job assignments, duties, schedules, qualifications, and physical requirements may vary slightly based on the available position. Candidates will receive additional information and a detailed job description for the specific position offered.