What are the responsibilities and job description for the Team Leader – Pipe Bending (Manufacturing) position at Wagner?
Lead the work. Set the pace. Build something real.
Wagner is hiring a Team Leader for our Pipe Bending Department—a hands-on leadership role where you’ll guide a team, run equipment, and keep production moving safely and efficiently.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced bender, fabricator, or machine operator ready to take the next step into leadership while staying close to the work.
What You’ll Do
If you’re ready to step into a leadership role while staying hands-on in the work, apply today and help lead our pipe bending team forward.
Wagner is hiring a Team Leader for our Pipe Bending Department—a hands-on leadership role where you’ll guide a team, run equipment, and keep production moving safely and efficiently.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced bender, fabricator, or machine operator ready to take the next step into leadership while staying close to the work.
What You’ll Do
- Lead and support a team of operators to meet daily production goals
- Set schedules and assign work to keep production on track
- Operate and help set up pipe bending equipment as needed
- Train and coach team members to improve skills and performance
- Monitor quality and ensure parts meet specifications
- Troubleshoot production or equipment issues
- Track production metrics and support continuous improvement efforts
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment
- Experience in pipe/tube bending, fabrication, or manufacturing
- Previous leadership, lead, or training experience preferred
- Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
- Ability to read blueprints and use measuring tools
- Basic math skills (fractions, measurements)
- Ability to communicate clearly and lead a team
- Employee-Owned (ESOP) – you share in the company’s success
- Opportunity to grow into higher-level leadership roles
- Hands-on leadership (not stuck behind a desk)
- Stable, growing manufacturing environment
- Competitive pay and benefits
- Active, hands-on role (standing, lifting, working with equipment)
- Lift up to 70 lbs occasionally
If you’re ready to step into a leadership role while staying hands-on in the work, apply today and help lead our pipe bending team forward.