Cage Welder Jobs in Rochester, MN (NOW HIRING)

Why Join Concast Inc.

Concast Inc. is a leader in precast concrete manufacturing, producing essential products that support infrastructure and construction projects nationwide. With more than 50 years of industry experience, Concast is built on a foundation of safety, quality, teamwork, and long-term stability.

What We Offer:

• Stable & Growing Company: Trusted manufacturer with more than 50 years of success
• Hands-On Manufacturing Work: Build reinforcement components used in precast concrete products
• Team-Focused Environment: Safety and teamwork are core values
• Career Growth: Opportunities to learn new skills and advance within production
• Competitive Pay & Excellent Benefits: Strong hourly wages, benefits, and job stability
• $0 Medical & Dental Options for Employees
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays
• Company-Provided Uniforms and PPE

Position Summary

The Welder supports Concast’s precast concrete production process by cutting, bending, preparing, and spot-welding rebar cages used to reinforce concrete products. This is a hands-on production role that requires attention to detail, safe equipment operation, and the ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

This role is a good fit for someone with welding, fabrication, construction, manufacturing, or industrial experience who enjoys practical, physical work and takes pride in building quality products.

Key Responsibilities:

Rebar Fabrication & Welding

• Cut and bend rebar and wire to specified lengths
• Produce templates for reinforcement cages
• Spot-weld cages together on molds and at workstations
• Make minor repairs and adjustments to cages as needed
• Prepare reinforcement components used in precast concrete products

Equipment Operation

• Operate benders, cutters, spot welders, and related production equipment
• Operate an industrial fork truck as needed
• Clean workstations, tools, and equipment after use
• Remove loose materials, including metal shavings and wire clippings

Quality & Safety

• Follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE
• Ensure cages are built accurately according to production needs
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Communicate issues or concerns to supervisors or team members

Teamwork & Production Support

• Work with production team members to meet daily goals
• Support other production tasks as assigned
• Maintain flexibility as priorities change throughout the day

What We’re Looking For:

• Welding, fabrication, manufacturing, construction, or industrial experience preferred
• Ability to cut, bend, measure, and assemble materials accurately
• Familiarity with welding equipment or willingness to learn specific equipment
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
• Commitment to workplace safety

Preferred but not required:

• 6 months to 1 year of welding or fabrication experience
• High school diploma or GED
• Forklift experience
• Experience with rebar, wire, cages, concrete products, or production welding

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Stand and walk throughout the shift
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for cutting, bending, welding, and fabrication tasks
• Frequent lifting, pushing, and carrying of 25–50 lbs.
• Occasional lifting or moving of more than 50 lbs. with assistance as needed
• Frequent work near moving mechanical parts and production equipment
• Exposure to loud and very loud manufacturing environments
• Occasional exposure to fumes, airborne particles, wet/humid conditions, and outdoor weather conditions
• Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing, or balancing as job tasks require

Pay & Benefits:

Hourly Pay: $24.00 – $26.00/hour based on experience and qualifications

Benefits Include:

• $0 medical and dental options for employee coverage
• Company-paid life and short-term disability coverage
• Hospital, Accident Vision, and voluntary life plans available
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off, holidays, and personal days starting from date of hire
• Company-provided uniforms and PPE
• Additional employee programs and support resources

Apply Today

If you’re looking for a hands-on welding and fabrication role with steady work, strong benefits, competitive pay, and long-term growth opportunities, we encourage you to apply today. Join Concast Inc. and help build products that support critical infrastructure across the country.