Night Shift Cell Lead - Fabrication Mentor

Aagard; Alexandria, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No-Cost Coverage

Flexible Health Options

Payment-in-lieu

Company-Paid Benefits

Wellness Support

401(k) with Company Match

Quarterly Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

9 Paid Holidays

Bereavement Leave

Volunteer Time Off

Job summary

Aagard is seeking a working lead to coordinate daily fabrication cell activities and operate fabrication equipment to meet production needs in Minnesota. You will mentor teammates, resolve equipment issues, and ensure a safe, efficient workflow while upholding company values.

Responsibilities include prioritizing tasks, maintaining quality standards, and collaborating with customers and vendors. Overtime may be required, and a strong safety mindset is essential in this fast-paced environment.

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

• Serve as the first point of contact for assigned work, coordinating the daily activities of the fabrication cell.
• Train and mentor team members to ensure skill development and role proficiency.
• Remove obstacles, solve problems, and empower cell members to perform their best.
• Prioritize and complete production tasks on time, maintaining a “can’t believe they pulled that off” mindset for expedited and high-impact projects.
• As a working lead, operate fabrication equipment proficiently to meet production needs and address equipment issues to minimize downtime.
• Assist team members with troubleshooting and resolving issues related to parts, tooling, and processes.
• Address and resolve equipment-related issues to minimize downtime.
• Ensure parts are labeled, organized, and flow efficiently with minimal work-in-progress (WIP) inventory.
• Foster open communication, knowledge-sharing, and collaboration while upholding Aagard's values of Winning, Together, Honorably, Passionately, and Positively.
• Recommend and implement best practices to prioritize safety, improve productivity, reduce costs, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain professional interactions with customers and vendors, representing Aagard accurately and positively.
• Overtime may be required based on business and customer needs.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

CAD drawings

Aagard software

Microsoft Office

Prioritization

Professional communication

Physical ability

Education

Assoc. degree in Machine Tool Technology + 1 year fabrication experience

Job description

Aagard is seeking a working lead to coordinate daily fabrication cell activities and operate fabrication equipment to meet production needs in Minnesota. You will mentor teammates, resolve equipment issues, and ensure a safe, efficient workflow while upholding company values.

Responsibilities include prioritizing tasks, maintaining quality standards, and collaborating with customers and vendors. Overtime may be required, and a strong safety mindset is essential in this fast-paced environment.