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Standard Iron

Contract manufacturer of metal fabrication services

Robotic Welder - 2nd Shift

Full-TimeUpdated
$24 - $36/hr+ Quarterly profit sharing + 401(k) match
Entry
Alexandria, MN, USA
In Person2nd shift, Monday–Thursday, 4:30 p.m.–3:00 a.m.
Manufacturing & Production OperationsWelding & Metal Fabrication

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Experience with robotic welding systems in a manufacturing environment.
  • Knowledge of welding techniques.
  • Ability to read blueprints and use measuring tools such as calipers and gauges.
  • Basic troubleshooting skills and mechanical aptitude.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Responsibilities
  • Set up, operate, and monitor robotic welding systems.
  • Program and adjust robotic welding equipment to meet production specifications.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and welding specifications.
  • Inspect welds to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance with standards.
  • Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on robotic welding systems.
  • Load and unload materials and ensure proper positioning for welding operations.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment in accordance with safety guidelines.
  • Collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve processes and efficiency.
  • Document production output and quality checks as required.
  • Establish robotic and automated welding parameters and adjust robotic and welding variables as necessary; oversee improvements to align with safety, delivery, quality, and cost requirements.
  • Balance welding operations to achieve maximum efficiency using offline programming software; analyze cycle time and part dimensional improvements, and ensure part consistency.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of advanced robotic applications and welding automation.
  • Maintain spare parts inventory and oversee routine maintenance for associated equipment.
Desired Qualifications
  • Familiarity with ABB and Fanuc robotics.
  • Technical training or certification in welding.

About the company

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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What believers are saying

  • Standard Iron reported 1,000,000 square feet of manufacturing space in 2025, supporting larger contracts.
  • Helgesen adds market-leading hydraulic tank design, strengthening cross-sell into fuel, coolant, and containment tanks.
  • High-power fiber laser investments since 2024 improve throughput and reduce secondary operations, boosting margins.

What critics are saying

  • Helgesen integration after August 2024 strains management while ORG pushes executive recruitment and technology changes.
  • Heavy reliance on multi-site manufacturing raises execution risk across Minnesota, Wisconsin, Mexico, Poland, and Brazil.
  • A downturn in OEM capital spending would hit custom metal fabrication orders quickly in 2026.

What makes Standard Iron unique

  • Standard Iron spans seven facilities across North America, including U.S., Mexico, Poland, and Brazil.
  • The August 2, 2024 Helgesen acquisition broadened tanks, weldments, and fluid-conditioning fabrication capabilities.
  • Owner Resource Group recapitalized Standard Iron in January 2022 for technology and acquisition-led growth.

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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