Fabrication Cell Lead — Mentor, Optimize Production Safety

Alexandria Technical & Community College; Alexandria (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No-Cost Medical Coverage

Dental, Life, and Disability insurance

Wellness Support

401(k) with Company Match

Quarterly Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

9 Paid Holidays

Volunteer Time Off

Educational Support

Chaplain on staff

Matching charitable contributions

Team building events

Job summary

Aagard is seeking a working lead to coordinate the fabrication cell, train team members, and ensure production tasks are completed on time. You will operate fabrication equipment, troubleshoot issues, and uphold safety and quality standards while maintaining organized work areas and effective communication with customers and vendors.

The role requires an associate degree in Machine Tool Technology and fabrication experience, with strong CAD and Aagard software skills, plus proficiency in

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Machine Tool Technology plus 1 year of fabrication experience or equivalent combination of education and/or experience
• Proven career growth in fabrication roles with expertise in setting up and operating fabrication equipment
• Ability to view and understand CAD drawings and use of Aagard software
• Experience with Microsoft products including proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Strong prioritization, time management, organization, proactive decision-making, and attention to detail
• Confidence and ability to communicate professionally with internal and external customers verbally and in writing
• Ability to walk or stand up to 100 percent of the time
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or climb

Responsibilities

• Lead fabrication cell operations and coordinate daily activities
• Train and mentor team members to develop skills and proficiency
• Remove obstacles, solve problems, and empower the cell to perform at a high level
• Prioritize and complete production tasks on time with focus on safety and quality
• Operate fabrication equipment and address equipment issues to minimize downtime
• Assist team members with troubleshooting parts, tooling, and process issues
• Ensure parts are labeled, organized, and flow with minimal WIP inventory
• Maintain open communication and uphold Aagard values
• Represent Aagard professionally with customers and vendors

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Problem solving

CAD drawings

Aagard software

Microsoft Office

Time management

Communication

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Education

Associate degree in Machine Tool Technology

Tools

CAD drawings

Aagard software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Aagard is seeking a working lead to coordinate the fabrication cell, train team members, and ensure production tasks are completed on time. You will operate fabrication equipment, troubleshoot issues, and uphold safety and quality standards while maintaining organized work areas and effective communication with customers and vendors.

The role requires an associate degree in Machine Tool Technology and fabrication experience, with strong CAD and Aagard software skills, plus proficiency in