Standard Iron

Contract manufacturer of metal fabrication services

Coatings, Assembly and Shipping Lead

Product AssemblyConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeSauk Centre, MN, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED is required.
At least 2 years of experience in metal fabrication, coatings, assembly, or manufacturing.
The posting seeks entry-level candidates and states that no experience is necessary for candidates who will be trained.

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee daily operations of the coating, assembly, and shipping departments.
Coordinate workflow among fabrication, finishing, and final shipment to ensure on-time delivery.
Assign tasks, monitor progress, and adjust staffing or priorities as needed.
Ensure production goals, quality standards, and deadlines are consistently met.
Supervise surface preparation, powder coating, painting, and finishing processes.
Ensure proper application techniques, curing processes, and material usage.
Monitor coating quality, thickness, adhesion, and finish consistency.
Maintain coating equipment and ensure proper operation and maintenance schedules.
Oversee final assembly of fabricated components according to blueprints and work instructions.
Ensure accuracy, fit, and function of assembled products.
Resolve assembly issues and work with engineering or production teams when needed.
Coordinate packaging, labeling, and shipment of finished goods.
Verify orders for accuracy before shipment.
Work with logistics providers and internal teams to meet delivery schedules.
Ensure proper handling, storage, and documentation of outgoing products.
Enforce safety policies, procedures, and proper use of personal protective equipment.
Conduct safety training and ensure team compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration or company safety standards.
Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment using 5S principles.
Train, mentor, and develop team members.
Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback.
Promote teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements.
Monitor key performance metrics, including throughput, scrap rates, and on-time shipping.
Support lean manufacturing and cost-reduction initiatives.

Desired Qualifications

Technical or trade education is preferred.
One to two years of leadership or supervisory experience is preferred.

Join Our Team as a Coatings, Assembly & Shipping Lead at Standard Iron
Are you ready to start a hands-on career with a company that’s been setting the standard in contract manufacturing for over 90 years? Standard Iron is looking for entry-level candidates who share our core values of Safety, Respect, Pride in Work, and Continuous Improvement. If you’re reliable, hardworking, and eager to learn, we want you to be a part of our team! The Coatings, Assembly, and Shipping Lead is responsible for supervising and coordinating daily activities across Coatings, final assembly, and shipping functions within the metal fabrication facility.

Why Standard Iron?

Competitive Pay: $25-$32 (Competitive pay based on experience)
Outstanding Benefits: Health, dental, vision, and life insurance, plus a 401(k) with employer match.
Profit Sharing & More: Take advantage of quarterly profit-sharing, short-term disability, PTO, and paid holidays.
Employee Growth: No experience? No problem! We’ll train the right candidate to succeed.

Available Shift:

1st Shift: Monday – Thursday, 6:00 am to 4:30 pm

Key Responsibilities
Production & Operations Leadership

Lead and oversee daily operations of coating, assembly, and shipping departments.
Coordinate workflow between fabrication, finishing, and final shipment to ensure on-time delivery.
Assign tasks, monitor progress, and adjust staffing or priorities as needed.
Ensure production goals, quality standards, and deadlines are consistently met.

Coatings (Finishing) Oversight

Supervise surface preparation, powder coating, painting, or finishing processes.
Ensure proper application techniques, curing processes, and material usage.
Monitor coating quality, thickness, adhesion, and finish consistency.
Maintain coating equipment and ensure proper operation and maintenance schedules.

Assembly Supervision

Oversee final assembly of fabricated components according to blueprints and work instructions.
Ensure accuracy, fit, and function of assembled products.
Resolve assembly issues and work with engineering or production teams when needed.

Shipping & Logistics

Coordinate packaging, labeling, and shipment of finished goods.
Verify orders for accuracy before shipment.
Work with logistics providers and internal teams to meet delivery schedules.
Ensure proper handling, storage, and documentation of outgoing products.

Safety & Compliance

Enforce safety policies, procedures, and proper use of PPE.
Conduct safety training and ensure team compliance with OSHA or company safety standards.
Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment (5S principles).

Team Leadership & Development

Train, mentor, and develop team members.
Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback.
Promote teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Continuous Improvement

Identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements.
Monitor key performance metrics (throughput, scrap rates, on-time shipping).
Support lean manufacturing and cost-reduction initiatives.

Qualifications
Education & Experience

High school diploma or GED required; technical or trade education preferred.
2+ years experience in metal fabrication, coatings, assembly, or manufacturing.
1–2 years of leadership or supervisory experience preferred.

Apply Today!
If you’re ready to launch your career with a company that values dedication and growth, apply now to join Standard Iron’s Alexandria team. Start your journey with us and become part of a legacy of excellence.

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics, focusing on skills, safety, and job-related qualifications in our manufacturing operations.

About the Company

Standard Iron

Contract manufacturer of metal fabrication services

Standard Iron provides metal fabrication services for OEMs across industries such as Off-Highway, Agriculture, Construction, Transportation, Energy, HVAC, and Recreation. Parts are created from customer drawings using equipment like shears, brakes, and plate rolls, supported by a modern system that includes electronic data interchange (EDI) and bar-coded data collection. The company differentiates itself by continually upgrading its manufacturing capabilities and computer systems and by prioritizing employee training and rapid information sharing to meet customer needs. Its goal is complete customer satisfaction through fast, accurate delivery of quality metal products.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Monticello, MN
Founded: 1930

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