Job Title: Shop Lead / Shop Helper
Job Type: Temp-to-Hire
Status: Full-Time
Shift: 1st Shift
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 6:30 AM–3:00 PM
Location: Elk River, MN
Pay Rate: $25.00–$27.00/hour
Job Type: Temp-to-Hire
Status: Full-Time
Shift: 1st Shift
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 6:30 AM–3:00 PM
Location: Elk River, MN
Pay Rate: $25.00–$27.00/hour
About Our Client:
Our client is an established millwork distribution company providing wood and steel door products and related building materials. Their production and warehouse environment emphasizes quality, accuracy, teamwork, dependable customer service, and strong day-to-day leadership.
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and dependable Shop Lead / Shop Helper to serve as a key second-in-command within the shop. This individual will work hands-on alongside the team while developing a strong understanding of daily operations and stepping in to help lead the shop when the primary supervisor is unavailable.
This position combines hands-on assembly and warehouse responsibilities with leadership, organization, and problem-solving. The ideal candidate has previous shop, manufacturing, construction, assembly, or warehouse experience along with demonstrated leadership skills and the confidence to keep work moving, answer questions, and provide direction to team members when needed.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as a key second-in-command and assist with the day-to-day coordination of shop operations.
- Step in to help oversee shop activities when the primary supervisor is unavailable.
- Provide direction and support to team members to keep daily work organized and on schedule.
- Help prioritize assignments based on production and customer needs.
- Lead by example while remaining actively involved in hands-on shop responsibilities.
- Assist with training, coaching, and supporting employees as needed.
- Identify workflow, quality, inventory, or production concerns and help resolve issues.
- Communicate operational concerns and priorities with management.
- Assemble wood and steel doors according to specifications and work instructions.
- Safely use hand and power tools, including saws, routers, nail guns, and other shop equipment.
- Accurately measure materials using a tape measure.
- Prepare and stage materials for production and assembly.
- Inspect completed work for quality and accuracy.
- Identify product discrepancies and communicate concerns to management.
- Pull and stage customer orders according to pick tickets.
- Verify products, quantities, and order information for accuracy.
- Perform inventory put-away and maintain organized storage locations.
- Participate in cycle counts and inventory-control activities.
- Assist with material handling throughout the shop and warehouse.
- Cross-train throughout production, assembly, and warehouse operations.
- Maintain a clean, organized, productive, and safe work environment.
- Follow and reinforce company safety and quality procedures.
- Perform additional shop, warehouse, and leadership responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Previous leadership, lead, supervisory, or team-lead experience strongly preferred.
- Ability and willingness to take ownership of shop operations when the primary supervisor is unavailable.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to provide clear direction and support to coworkers.
- Previous shop, manufacturing, assembly, construction, millwork, or warehouse experience preferred.
- Mechanical aptitude and confidence using hand and power tools.
- Ability to accurately read and use a tape measure.
- Basic math skills, including the ability to work with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
- Ability to follow written, verbal, and diagram-based instructions.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to prioritize work and help keep a team productive in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Dependable with consistent attendance and a strong work ethic.
- Willingness to learn and cross-train throughout the operation.
- Ability to work independently and make sound decisions when appropriate.
- Team-oriented leadership style with a willingness to work alongside the crew.
- Ability to stand and move throughout the workday.
- Ability to frequently lift and handle materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to occasionally lift and handle materials weighing up to 60 pounds.
Working Conditions:
- Production, assembly, and warehouse environment.
- Hands-on position that combines shop responsibilities with day-to-day leadership support.
- Regular use of hand tools, power tools, and production equipment.
- Exposure to noise, vibration, dust, and fluctuating temperatures.
- Fast-paced environment requiring consistent attention to productivity, safety, and quality.
- Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn as required.
About Vision:
At The Vision Companies, we’ve been connecting people with meaningful opportunities since 1985. Our “One Person at a Time” approach means we take the time to understand your goals, find the right fit, and stay connected throughout your placement. We’re committed to supporting your success with integrity, commitment, and resilience every step of the way.
Benefits & Perks:
- Competitive pay
- Paid time off and holiday pay (where eligible)
- Optional medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus additional voluntary benefits
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Employee referral bonus program
- Employee appreciation events, giveaways, and recognition throughout the year
- Dedicated support from our recruiting team—we're committed to helping you succeed every step of the way
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