Join us as we empower the world to work out, creating healthier lives together. Weld & Grind Supervisor Job Purpose Are you a hands-on leader who enjoys developing people, solving problems, and driving results? As our Weld & Grind Supervisor, you will lead a team of skilled manufacturing teammates while partnering closely with supervisors across multiple shifts to ensure a safe, productive, and quality-focused operation. This role is responsible for creating an environment where safety comes first, people are developed, quality is non-negotiable, and continuous improvement is part of the daily routine. You'll play a key role in helping the team meet customer expectations while building a culture of accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence. What You'll Do Safety Leadership Champion a culture where safety is the top priority every day. Train, coach, and hold teammates accountable to all safety policies and procedures. Serve as an active member of the Emergency Response Team (ERT) and/or Safety Committee. Develop, implement, and continuously improve Standard Work related to safe work practices. Identify and address potential safety concerns before they become incidents. People Leadership Lead, coach, and develop a team of welders and grinders to reach their full potential. Foster a positive, respectful, and accountable work environment. Train and reinforce company policies, procedures, and expectations. Motivate teammates to achieve departmental goals while supporting engagement and teamwork. Analyze and resolve workflow challenges, removing barriers that impact performance. Serve as the primary trainer for the Level 4 Board process. Develop and implement Standard Work that drives consistency and efficiency. Quality Excellence Ensure products consistently meet customer and company quality standards. Train and coach teammates on quality requirements and best practices. Verify product conformance to specifications and direct machine setup adjustments as needed. Develop and maintain Standard Work that supports first-time quality and continuous improvement. Responsiveness & Execution Coordinate departmental activities to meet production schedules and customer commitments. Estimate, requisition, and verify required materials and resources. Partner with supervisors and support teams across shifts to ensure smooth operations and communication. Proactively address production issues and adjust priorities as needed to maintain schedule adherence. Continuous Improvement & Cost Management Drive efficient use of labor, materials, and equipment. Train and enforce established work procedures and production methods. Develop and implement Standard Work that improves productivity and reduces waste. Lead departmental Continuous Improvement meetings and encourage team participation in problem-solving and process improvement initiatives. Additional
Responsibilities
Support production operations by performing work alongside team members when needed. Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned. What We're Looking For Required
Qualifications
2–5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment. 2–5 years of welding and/or grinding experience. Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills. Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and analytical abilities. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to read and interpret specifications, blueprints, drawings, and work orders. Ability to prioritize work, manage multiple responsibilities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience
with continuous improvement methodologies. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Experience
developing Standard Work and leading process improvement initiatives. Why This Role Matters The Weld & Grind Supervisor plays a critical role in building a safe workplace, developing future leaders, improving processes, and delivering the quality our customers expect. If you're passionate about leading people, driving continuous improvement, and making a daily impact on manufacturing operations, we'd love to have you on our team. At Life Fitness / Hammer Strength, we think customer first, play as one team, and raise the bar on fitness innovation—in the gym and in every corner of our facilities. We persevere and get it done, with a clear purpose to inspire each other to live healthier lives. If you’re ready to bring out the best in people while powering the future of fitness manufacturing, we invite you to apply. Want to take the next step in your career? Life Fitness / Hammer Strength takes pride in our talented employees and believes in providing opportunities for further growth and advancement. We encourage you to test your strengths, push your limits, and unleash your potential. If you feel the position is right for you, we invite you to apply. We’ll work with you closely to support you throughout the hiring process. If your CV/ resume shows that your skills and experience have synergy with the job description, then we’ll hop on a call to get to know you and your experience and discuss the position in more detail. If it’s not the right opportunity this time, we’ll always let you know. At Life Fitness / Hammer Strength, we believe in taking care of our team with a comprehensive total rewards package that includes competitive pay and a range of valuable benefits. The salary range for this position, intended for U.S. applicants, is $62,300 - $86,000 annually.The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities. The salary range reflected is based on a primary work location of Ramsey, MN and the actual salary may vary for applicants in a different geographic location.This position is eligible to participate in Life Fitness / Hammer Strength’s Production Bonus Plan, which offers the potential to earn additional compensation based on performance metrics. Bonus eligibility is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan. Life Fitness / Hammer Strength offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time team members, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with 4% employer match; medical, dental and vision insurance, parental, medical and military leaves of absence, paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, paid vacation days beginning at 13 days annually, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, company paid short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance, hospital indemnity; identity protection, legal services, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, employee discounts, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies. Life Fitness / Hammer Strength is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. Life Fitness / Hammer Strength complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding employment, recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. There continues to be a significant increase in phishing attempts across all industries where fraudsters are impersonating real employees and sending fictitious job offers to applicants in a scheme to obtain sensitive information. Please note that Life Fitness/Hammer Strength will never ask for your financial information at any part of the interview process, including the post-offer stage, and will only correspond through “@lifefitness.com” or "@indoorcycling.com" domain email addresses or “lifefitness@myworkday.com” for U.S. opportunities. Life Fitness/Hammer Strength does not accept applications, inquiries or solicitations from unapproved staffing agencies or vendors. Life Fitness / Hammer Strength has been inspiring the world to work out for more than 55 years. Every day, exercisers in more than 150 countries log in 1+ million workouts on the company’s connected fitness equipment – proving daily that Life Fitness/Hammer Strength is the world’s workout partner of choice. By seamlessly bringing innovative, high-performance and reliable equipment, wherever and whenever they work out, Life Fitness/Hammer Strength aims to inspire healthier lives. Headquartered outside of Chicago, in Rosemont, Illinois, the company manufactures and sells strength and cardiovascular equipment through its iconic Life Fitness and Hammer Strength brands. Life Fitness is synonymous with innovation and quality in the cardio and strength training arena. The company’s cutting-edge equipment is designed to inspire and motivate, helping exercisers achieve their fitness goals with ease and efficiency. Hammer Strength stands as a testament to raw power and durability. Renowned for its line of plate-loaded equipment, we dominate the strength training category with machines that are built to withstand the most intense workouts, trusted by athletes and fitness enthusiasts worldwide. By integrating the best of both brands, the company provides comprehensive workout solutions for commercial and consumer customers. For more information, visit www.lifefitness.com. Our values drive how we work, grow, and win—together: We think customer first: We’re proactive, adaptable, and always improving the customer experience. We play as one team: We care, collaborate, and pick each other up—we win and lose together. We raise the bar on fitness innovation: We lead, not follow—pushing fitness further every day. We persevere and get it done: We out-work, out-match, and never compromise on quality or performance. We inspire each other to live healthier lives: We support well-being, inside and outside of work, to build a healthier world—together. Ready to make an impact? Join us and help shape the future of fitness.