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Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

The Baker Company
Sanford, ME Full Time
POSTED ON 9/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/12/2027
Build your career at The Baker Company! The Baker Company, located in Sanford, ME, has led the industry in clean air, containment, and incubation technology for nearly 75 years. Our cabinets and work spaces are used worldwide for scientific research, drug discovery, patient care, and more. Join the Baker team and you will help support environmentally friendly laboratories and science.

The Baker Company is offering a $500 sign on bonus for this position after 90 days of fulltime employment.

In this role, you will run machines to create sheet metal parts used in the construction of Baker safety cabinets.


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Read, interpret, and follow job tags, work instructions and blueprints.
  • Follow and maintain 5s and TPM schedules.
  • Set up required equipment (Laser, Punch, Brake). Select proper tooling and proper sheet stock using work instructions.
  • Operate various types of press brakes and punch machines.
  • Maintain machine with regular maintenance - including cleaning, greasing and fluid levels. Report any issues to team leader or supervisor.
  • Basic mechanical skills using hand tools, power tools, hand trucks and pallet jacks.
  • Measure, inspect and set up tolerances using calipers and measuring equipment.
  • Work with minimal supervision.
  • Make every effort to focus on doing-it-right to make sure the customer is happy or satisfied with our units.
  • Provide value to our customers by using Lean tools and concepts to identify and eliminate waste in all forms (scrap/rework, transportation, motion, waiting, inventory, over production, over processing, and under-utilization of people). Uses systemic thinking by seeing processes from end to end and works to challenge the status quo to eliminate the root cause of problems. Is involved in individual and/or team activities that involve using Lean tools and concepts to improve the flow of information and material.
  • Other duties as assigned by supervision.

KEY PERFORMANCE METRICS

  • Right the first time
  • Support on-time delivery
  • Meet daily production standards
  • Works safely

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be able to lift 10-20 lbs. frequently, up to 50 lbs. periodically
  • Must be able to assist others in 2 person lifting, requirements up to 100 lbs. occasionally
  • Must be able to stand, stoop, crawl, climb or bend for up to 8 hours
  • Able to crawl, climb and work in and around mechanical equipment.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • Mechanical skills
  • Basic computer and math skills needed.
  • Manufacturing experience a plus
  • Basic computer skills

BENFITS OFFERED:

  • Medical and Dental
  • Company Paid Health Reimbursement Account
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Gym Membership Reimbursement
  • Life and Disability Insurances
  • 401(k) and Company Profit Sharing
  • Paid Time Off
  • And More!

SHIFT AVAILABLE

  • 2nd shift = Monday-Friday, 3:00pm-11:00pm

Employment sponsorship and relocation not offered.


The hourly rate for this role is $22.00 USD.
The rate provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. The Baker Company considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.


2nd shift = Monday-Friday, 3:00pm-11:00pm

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Prescription drug insurance

Salary : $22

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