Production Team Member

Final pay is based on skills, experience, location, and qualifications

Most jobs just fill your time. This job builds something that lasts—including your future.

As a Precast Concrete Manufacturing Technician, you’ll work in a modern, safety‑focused manufacturing facility producing high‑quality precast concrete products used in critical infrastructure and communities. This is hands‑on, skill‑driven work where attention to detail, teamwork, and craftsmanship matter—and where your growth is directly tied to higher pay and advancement.

Bring the drive. We’ll provide the training, tools, and opportunity.

• Pay for Skills Program – Learn more, earn more. Skill progression directly drives pay increases.
• Career Growth – Clear advancement paths, regular evaluations, and extensive on‑the‑job training.
• Modern Manufacturing Facility – Precast production using cutting‑edge equipment in a controlled environment.
• Team‑First Culture – Work alongside people who take pride in doing quality work the right way.
• Stability & Benefits – Full‑time, consistent work with excellent benefits.

As a Precast Concrete Manufacturing Technician, you’ll be involved in the full manufacturing process from setup to finished product, including:

• Setting up molds and assembling rebar cages
• Pouring, finishing, and inspecting precast concrete products
• Operating hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring devices
• Safely operating mobile equipment and cranes
• Working around suspended loads and high‑tension strand
• Accessing scaffolding and elevated work platforms
• Supporting general labor tasks and special projects as needed

This is a Safety‑Sensitive role performed in an industrial manufacturing environment with large equipment and suspended loads.

• Strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Ability to communicate clearly and work effectively as part of a team
• Basic math skills and ability to read and use a tape measure
• Willingness to learn and operate basic hand and power tools

• Experience in precast concrete, construction, manufacturing, or industrial environments

• Frequent standing, climbing, reaching, and movement throughout the workday
• Lifting may be required (assistance provided when needed)
• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

This role is ideal for individuals who want more than a paycheck—those who want to learn specialized precast manufacturing skills, increase their earning potential, and grow into a long‑term career. If you take pride in quality, safety, and teamwork, you’ll do well here.

Location:

Newman Lake, WA

Schedule:

Full‑Time | On‑Site

Pay Range: $23.19 – $31.95 per hour + excellent benefits

Final pay is based on skills, experience, location, and qualifications

Full‑time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K with Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Years of Service Recognition

Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law.

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