Fabrication Lead Northfield, MN
We’re hiring a Fabrication Lead at Advanced Exhaust Solutions — Lead a hands-on team, drive production, and ensure high-quality fabrication in a fast-paced environment. If you enjoy leading by example and working with metal, this is the role for you.


Job Description
Advanced Exhaust Solutions is seeking a Fabrication Lead to support and guide our fabrication team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is hands-on and focused on ensuring production runs safely, efficiently, and meets quality standards.
If you have strong fabrication experience and enjoy supporting a team while driving results on the shop floor, this is a great opportunity to grow your impact.
Available Shifts
- 1st Shift: Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Salary: $31.00-$36.00 per hour
Location: Northfield (relocating to Lakeville in the near future)
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Competitive Pay
Attractive compensation with shift differentials.
Generous Benefits Package
- 120 hours of PTO annually
- 8 paid holidays
- 2 floating holidays
- Medical, dental, vision, MN PFML, and long-term disability insurance
- $50,000 life insurance (after 60 days)
- 401(k) with a 3.5% match on the first 6% you contribute
- 100% vesting after 24 months
Job Requirements
· High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification or associate degree in welding, fabrication, manufacturing, or a related field preferred.
· 5+ years of experiencein a fabrication or manufacturing environment, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
· Strong knowledge of fabrication techniques, metal working, welding, and CNC operations.
· Familiarity with blueprint reading, CAD drawings, and precision measuring tools.
· Technical Knowledge: Expertise in metal fabrication techniques, materials, and industry best practices.
· Leadership & Team Management: Ability to lead, train, and motivate a team in a fast-paced environment.
· Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to identify production challenges and implement solutions.
· Organizational Skills: Capability to coordinate schedules, manage priorities, and meet deadlines.
· Communication: Clear and effective communication skills for interacting with employees,management, and cross-functional teams.
Physical Requirements
· Ability to stand, bend, and lift for extended periods.
· Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
· Frequent use of fabrication tools, welding equipment, and machinery.
Roles & Responsibilites
Team Supervision &Leadership:
o Directly oversee the fabrication team, ensuringadherence to production schedules and quality standards.
o Assign tasks, monitor progress, and providesupport to team members.
o Conduct performance evaluations and provideconstructive feedback.
Process Improvement& Efficiency:
o Identify areas for process optimization andimplement improvements to enhance productivity.
o Reduce waste and downtime by implementing leanmanufacturing principles.
o Collaborate with engineering and productionteams to refine fabrication techniques.
Quality Assurance &Compliance:
o Ensure all fabricated components meet companyand industry quality standards.
o Conduct inspections and testing to verifyproduct integrity.
o Maintain compliance with company safetypolicies, OSHA regulations, and industry best practices.
Training &Workforce Development:
o Train new employees on fabrication techniques,machinery operation, and safety procedures.
o Provide ongoing coaching and professionaldevelopment opportunities to improve team skills.
o Foster a culture of accountability andcontinuous learning.
Resource &Equipment Management:
o Oversee material usage and inventory to minimizewaste and shortages.
o Ensure fabrication machinery and equipment areproperly maintained and serviced.
o Coordinate with procurement and warehouse teamsto ensure availability of necessary materials.
Reach Out & See If We're a Good Fit
Even if you don't have a resume handy right away, reach out and let's see if we're a good fit.
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