Welder Leader
Full-time
Owatonna, MN, USA
USD 24.5-30.25 / hour
Join Life Fitness/Hammer Strength in Owatonna, MN as a Welder Leader on our 3rd Shift. You'll help lead daily operations in the manual weld area by coordinating the team, tracking performance, and supporting safety and quality improvements.
Why You'll Love This Role
Earn an additional $2.00 per hour for 3rd shift hours worked
Four-day workweek: Monday through Thursday, 7:30 PM-6:00 AM
Overtime opportunities available
Free access to our on-site fitness center
Eligibility for our Production Bonus Plan
Total Rewards & Pay- Full-time team members are eligible for:
Base pay: $24.50-$30.25 per hour, based on qualifications and experience
3rd shift differential: $2.00 per hour for hours worked on 3rd shift
Production Bonus Plan eligibility based on performance metrics
401(k) savings plan with 4% employer match
Medical, dental, vision, HSA, and reimbursement accounts
Paid time off, including paid holidays
Employee discounts, EAP with free counseling sessions, identity protection, and legal services
On-site fitness center access included
What You'll Do
Coordinate daily production within the manual weld area
Build MIG-welded assemblies and support the team in meeting safety, quality, and productivity standards
Assign and deploy team members, manage cross-training, and allocate manpower
Provide hands-on coaching on welding techniques, safety practices, and quality standards
Lead small-group meetings to improve work practices
Coordinate with other department leads and supervisory management
Assist with performance reviews and corrective action as needed
Perform other duties as assigned
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
Clear verbal and written communication skills
Mechanical aptitude and comfort with hands-on work
Strong working knowledge of welding
Ability to read, understand, and follow safety procedures, work instructions, and production documentation in English
Preferred Qualifications
Associate's degree, or high school diploma or equivalent
1+ year in a leadership role in a manufacturing environment
Microsoft Office experience
Experience with an MRP system
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
Work around moving parts
Lift up to 35 lbs
Good hand/eye coordination
Noisy environment; hearing protection required in designated areas
Life Fitness / Hammer Strength offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time team members, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with 4% employer match; medical, dental and vision insurance, parental, medical and military leaves of absence, paid time off including paid holidays, company paid short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; identity protection, legal services, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, employee discounts, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Employees also have access to our state-of-the-art on-site fitness center featuring industry-leading Life Fitness and Hammer Strength equipment, making it easy to support health and wellness before, during, or after the workday. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.
Life Fitness / Hammer Strength is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. Life Fitness / Hammer Strength complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding employment, recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
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