Job Description

### Job Duties

Key Obsessions:

Welding Precision and Quality

Perform MIG and/or TIG welding, cutting, grinding, and finishing tasks to meet engineering specifications.

Ensure weldments are properly oriented to design specifications before performing welding procedures.

Maintain consistent quality standards by following established processes and verifying finished work.

Inspect and test completed welds to confirm adherence to dimensional and quality requirements.

Welding Operations

Efficiently handle and move materials or parts using forklifts, overhead cranes, welding tables, or other approved methods.

Accurately record data in the ERP system to capture part movement and associated costs.

Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized workspace to promote safe operations.

Demonstrate a strong commitment to completing parts on time, supporting project success and exceeding customer expectations.

Continuous Improvement/Safety

Perform routine maintenance on welding equipment and report any issues promptly.

Assist in the training and development of other team members to enhance overall team capability.

Identify and recommend updated manufacturing methods to increase productivity and reduce costs, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Collaborate with team members to implement process improvements that enhance safety, quality, and efficiency.

### Minimum Education Required

Knowledge And Experience:

High School diploma or equivalent, Welding education/certificate and/or equivalent combination of education and/or experience

MIG And/or TIG Welding Experience Required

Ability to read and understand the proper use of measuring instruments, CAD drawings, and blueprints

Ability to operate or learn to operate a forklift safely

Valid driver’s license required

Basic shop math skills as rounding, positive/negative numbers, metric system

Experience or training with computers and ability to learn and use Aagard specific software

Ability to climb in overhead structures, to work beneath machines and in close quarters

Ability to walk or stand up to 100 percent of the time

Ability to lift up to 75 lbs., stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or climb

### Minimum Experience Required

MIG And/or TIG Welding Experience Required

Ability to read and understand the proper use of measuring instruments, CAD drawings, and blueprints

Ability to operate or learn to operate a forklift safely

Valid driver’s license required

Basic shop math skills as rounding, positive/negative numbers, metric system

Experience or training with computers and ability to learn and use Aagard specific software

Ability to climb in overhead structures, to work beneath machines and in close quarters

Ability to walk or stand up to 100 percent of the time

Ability to lift up to 75 lbs., stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or climb

### Shift

Second (Evening)

### Number of Openings

1

### Veterans Encouraged to Apply

Yes

### Physical Required

No

### Drug Test Required

Yes

### Compensation

$24.00 - $29.00 / Hourly

### Postal Code

56308

### Job Type

Full Time

### Place of Work

On-site

### Requisition ID

22982

### Job Benefits

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.

How this job compares in Alexandria, MN

Pay in context

This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs across Minnesota currently run a median of $26/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $23–$29/hr across 81 postings with published pay. That median is a reasonable floor to anchor on when a recruiter asks what you're looking for.

The local market in Alexandria, MN

Alexandria, MN is a small market in our index: 1 other active welding opening alongside this one, from 1 employer. Across Minnesota as a whole we're tracking 109 other active welding openings from 69 employers. With this few local postings, most welders here end up either commuting or looking at travel work. Browse welding jobs across Minnesota.

The most active employers in Minnesota at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are Aerotek (7), Minnesota Jobs (7), and Staffmark (4). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

Within Minnesota, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Anoka at $30/hr, Minneapolis at $28/hr, and Saint Paul at $25/hr. If you can relocate or commute, that spread is worth factoring in.

What you'll be running

This posting calls for MIG and TIG work. MIG (GMAW) feeds a continuous wire electrode through a shielding-gas nozzle. It lays down metal fast and is forgiving on clean material, which is why it dominates production and light fabrication work. TIG (GTAW) uses a non-consumable tungsten electrode with filler added by hand, giving the operator the most control of any process. It is slow, demanding, and the standard for stainless, aluminum, and anything where the bead has to look as good as it holds.

Similar openings near Alexandria, MN

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