Manual Weld Lead — Lead Weld Team & Quality

Life Fitness; Owatonna (MN); On-site; USD 33,751 - 41,672; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Production Bonus Plan

Shift differential for 3rd shift

401(k) with employer match

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off and holidays

Disability and life insurance

Job summary

Life Fitness in Minnesota is seeking a production lead in the manual weld area to coordinate daily operations and monitor performance. You will supervise weld teams, coach on safety practices, and ensure quality standards are met in MIG welding.

The role requires 1+ year in manufacturing leadership, strong communication, and proficiency with MS Office and MRP systems. Base wage and comprehensive benefits are provided with shift differential on third shift.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Mechanical ability and welding knowledge.
• Associate’s Degree; high school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year leadership experience in manufacturing.
• Microsoft Office experience and MRP system familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate production within the manual weld area and assigned areas.
• Manufacture MIG‑welded assemblies following engineering standards and safety/quality norms.
• Cross train employees, deploy workforce, and manage quality and material issues.
• Provide hands‑on guidance and training to welders on techniques, safety, and quality.
• Develop and maintain time standards and ensure continuous material flow.
• Document discrepancies with welders and discuss with supervisor.
• Lead small group meetings to address inefficiencies and drive improvements.
• Communicate work issues to the supervisor/manager.
• Coordinate with QA on material quality issues and failed components.
• Coordinate service work orders into the daily production schedule.
• Liaise with department leads and management; participate in performance reviews as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Mechanical ability

Welding knowledge

Leadership experience

MS Office experience

Education

Associate's Degree

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

MRP system

Job description

Life Fitness in Minnesota is seeking a production lead in the manual weld area to coordinate daily operations and monitor performance. You will supervise weld teams, coach on safety practices, and ensure quality standards are met in MIG welding.

The role requires 1+ year in manufacturing leadership, strong communication, and proficiency with MS Office and MRP systems. Base wage and comprehensive benefits are provided with shift differential on third shift.