Full-Time

Assembly Worker

Standard Iron

Standard Iron

51-200 employees

Contract manufacturer of metal fabrication services

Compensation Overview

$22 - $27/hr

+ Quarterly profit-sharing + 401(k) employer match

Sauk Centre, MN, USA

In Person

Category
Operations & Logistics (1)
Required Skills
Assembly

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Requirements
  • Basic understanding of mechanical concepts and tools.
  • Ability to read measuring instruments such as tape measures and calipers.
  • Knowledge of hand and power tools.
  • Basic blueprint reading skills.
  • Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
  • Ability to stand, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
  • Ability to work in a production or shop environment.
  • Ability to perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.
Responsibilities
  • Assemble metal parts and components using hand tools, power tools, and fastening equipment.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and work instructions.
  • Measure, cut, and align metal pieces to meet specifications.
  • Operate basic fabrication equipment such as drill presses, grinders, and saws.
  • Perform quality inspections to ensure products meet company and customer standards.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area.
  • Follow all safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment.
  • Assist with loading and unloading materials and finished products.
  • Report defects, equipment issues, or safety concerns to supervisors.
  • Support team members to meet production goals and deadlines.
Desired Qualifications
  • A high school diploma or GED is preferred.
  • Previous experience in manufacturing, assembly, or metal fabrication is a plus.

Standard Iron provides metal fabrication services for OEMs, handling parts from simple shear and brake work to intricate welded assemblies. Customers submit parts designs and the company uses its full range of metalworking equipment along with design support to turn those designs into finished components. Its process is supported by electronic data interchange, bar-coded data collection, and other integrated systems to ensure fast communication and accurate production. By continually upgrading technology and investing in employee training, the company aims to deliver reliable, high-quality parts that meet customers’ needs and achieve total customer satisfaction.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Monticello, Minnesota

Founded

1930

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The 2024 Helgesen acquisition doubled Standard Iron's size and expanded its footprint.
  • Company materials cite more than $200 million invested in facilities and equipment.
  • Updated 2025 product pages show stronger positioning in fuel, hydraulic, coolant, and containment tanks.

What critics are saying

  • Steel overcapacity hit 745 million tonnes by 2028, pressuring customers and pricing.
  • Integration across Wisconsin, Poland, Brazil, Mexico, and U.S. plants strains execution after 2024.
  • Heavy reliance on OEM demand makes a 2026 industrial slowdown an existential revenue shock.

What makes Standard Iron unique

  • Standard Iron now combines 700,000-plus square feet across six North American plants.
  • Helgesen adds market-leading hydraulic tank design and manufacturing after the August 2, 2024 closing.
  • Its OEM model spans agriculture, energy, transportation, and architectural fabrication.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Profit Sharing

Company News

Business Wire
Aug 6th, 2024
Standard Iron Acquires Helgesen Industries

Standard Iron today announced the acquisition of Helgesen Industries. Helgesen Industries (“Helgesen”), is a manufacturer of fluid conditioning tanks