Posted: Mar 18, 2026
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Cell Lead (Weekend Shift)

Aagard - Alexandria, MN
Full-time
Salary: $26.00 - $36.50 Hourly
Application Deadline: Apr 30, 2026
Manufacturing

Key Obsessions:   

  • Support the team
    • 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.
  • Commitment to safety and quality
    • Ensure and maintain a safe, organized, and clean work environment that supports team members’ well-being and operational excellence.
    • Uphold quality standards by ensuring parts and processes meet documented requirements and by performing routine maintenance and housekeeping.
    • Continuously identify and implement best practices to improve cell performance, increase productivity, reduce costs, and help our customers win.
    • Attend company training to develop leadership skills and expertise further.
  • Perform Fabrication duties
    • 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.

Knowledge and Experience:

  • 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

Benefits Offered:

At Aagard, we believe in investing in you—your health, your career, your financial future, and your well-being. Our total rewards package is designed to support you and your family with meaningful benefits.

 Comprehensive Healthcare for You and Your Family

  • No-Cost Coverage: Preventive & major medical coverage for you and your family—fully paid by Aagard.
  • Flexible Health Options: Choose your own plan with company contributions through our Traditional Individual Insurance.
  • Payment-in-lieu: Receive extra compensation if you’re insured elsewhere.
  • Company-Paid Benefits: Dental, Life, and Disability insurance—all included.
  • Wellness Support: Reimbursements for gym memberships, nutrition counseling, mental health services, vision screenings, and more.

 Financial Security

  • 401(k) with Company Match: 50% match on the first 10% of your contributions.
  • Quarterly Profit Sharing: Celebrate success with rewards that grow with our company.

Time Off

  • Paid Time Off: Enjoy time for rest and relaxation.
  • 9 Paid Holidays throughout the year.
  • Paid Bereavement Leave for life’s difficult moments.
  • Volunteer Time Off: Make an impact with paid time to support causes you care about.

 Career Growth & Development Opportunities

  • Pathways to Leadership: Build your future with mentorship and servant leadership programs.
  • Educational Support: Scholarships and tuition reimbursement to help you grow.

 Unique Offerings That Set Us Apart

  • Celebrate, Care, and Connect: Our on-staff chaplain is here to support you through life’s milestones, challenges, and celebrations.
  • Supporting Our Community: Aagard matches your charitable contributions, helping you give back and make a difference.
  • Team Building Events & Lunch & Learns: Connect, learn, and grow with your peers.
  • Complimentary Perks: Enjoy fresh fruit, hot beverages, and local business discounts.

At Aagard, you’re not just joining a company—you’re joining a team that cares. Your contributions matter here, and we’re proud to offer benefits that help you thrive at work and beyond.