2nd Shift Lead (2PM-10:30PM) - Assembler/Rebar Cutter

Concast Inc; Minnesota; On-site; USD 35,817 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No-cost employee medical and dental coverage

401(k) with Company match

Paid time off (vacation, holidays, and personal days)

Job summary

Join Concast Inc as a 2nd Shift Lead - Assembler/Rebar Cutter in Wanamingo, MN, and be part of our committed team in precast concrete manufacturing. This role includes supervising 1-10 employees, ensuring productivity, reliability, and accuracy while promoting safety and quality in our operations.

You will benefit from competitive pay between $26.00 and $28.00/hour, alongside comprehensive benefits, including no-cost medical coverage, 401(k) match, and paid time off. Your contributions help support communities nationwide.

Qualifications

• Two to four years related experience or equivalent (Welding experience).
• Demonstrated proficiency in supervising and motivating subordinates.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain department standards for productivity and accuracy.
• Directly supervise 1-10 employees within production departments.
• Enforce safe work practices and procedures.

Skills

Forklift certified

Supervisory skills

Strong organizational skills

Analytical skills

Good judgement

Communication skills

Job description

Description

2nd Shift Lead - Assembler/Rebar Cutter

Wanamingo MN

About Concast Inc

Concast Inc. is a leader in precast concrete manufacturing, producing essential products that keep construction and infrastructure projects moving. From utility structures to transportation components, our work supports communities nationwide. With decades of industry expertise, Concast is built on a foundation of safety, quality, and teamwork.

Why Join Us

• Stable & Growing Company: Concast has been a trusted name in precast concrete for more than 50 years. You’ll join a team with a proven track record and a strong future.
• Hands-On Work: If you enjoy physical, practical work and take pride in building something tangible, this role is a great fit.
• Team Environment: Safety and teamwork are at the core of everything we do. You’ll be part of a company where people look out for each other and celebrate shared success.
• Career Growth: We believe in promoting from within. As you build your skills, opportunities for advancement will follow.
• Competitive Pay & Benefits: We reward hard work with fair wages, comprehensive benefits, and job stability.

The Role

Responsible for activities performed in the Department. Establishes and maintains department standards for productivity, reliability, and accuracy.

Requirements

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Directly supervises 1-10 employees within the production department(s).
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Maintains a working knowledge of all operating systems pertaining to the work area.
• Communicate with others to convey information effectively and respectfully.
• Enforce safe work practices and procedures.
• Leads crew by example.
• Attend all required meetings.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Two to four years related experience or equivalent (Welding experience)
• Forklift certified.
• Demonstrated proficiency in supervising and motivating subordinates
• Commitment to excellence and high standards
• Basic competence in subordinates’ duties and tasks
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
• Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels.
• Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
• Ability to understand all safety requirements and cautions
• Ability to perform the physical labor necessary
• Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds.

Competencies

• Oral Communication--Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Teamwork--Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Delegation--Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.
• Leadership--Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others.
• Managing People--Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self-available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products and services; Continually works to improve supervisory skills.
• Quality Management--Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Quality--Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quantity--Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
• Attendance/Punctuality--Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Dependability--Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Continually required to stand
• Continually required to walk
• Occasionally required to sit
• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
• Frequently required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl
• Continually required to talk or hear
• Frequently utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read
  technical information, and/or use a keyboard
• Continually required to lift/push/carry items less than 25 pounds
• Frequently required to lift/push/carry items 25 pounds to 50 pounds
• Occasionally required to lift/push/carry items less than more than 50 pounds
• Frequently exposure to wet and/or humid conditions (non-weather)
• Frequently work near moving mechanical parts
• Occasionally work around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals
• Occasional exposure to outside weather conditions
• Frequently loud noise (examples: metal can manufacture, large earth-moving equipment)
• Continually very loud noise (concrete mixers, vibration tables)

Pay & Benefits

• Pay range: $26.00 – $28.00/hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Benefits include:
  • No-cost employee medical and dental coverage
  • Vision insurance
  • Life, Hospital, accident, and Critical Illness plans
  • 401(k) with Company match
  • Paid time off (vacation, holidays, and personal days)
  • Company-provided uniforms and PPE
  • Additional employee programs

Apply Today

At Concast, you’re not just working a job—you’re helping build products that support critical infrastructure across the country. If you’re looking for a second-shift manufacturing role with competitive pay, strong benefits, and growth opportunities, we encourage you to apply today.