Welder

Welder

Job Description

This role supports metal fabrication and manufacturing operations by producing high‑quality welded parts and components in accordance with detailed drawings and specifications. You will work with modern welding equipment in a stable manufacturing environment, contributing to a strong team culture while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and workmanship. This position offers the opportunity to build long‑term skills and grow your career in a professional shop‑floor setting.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and maintain welding equipment, including manual welding machines, spot welders, and robotic welding systems.

• Weld parts and components in accordance with customer drawings, blueprints, and specifications.

• Set up fixturing and organize work areas to consistently produce zero‑defect parts.

• Operate manual and power tools to grind, finish, and prepare welded parts for final use or further processing.

• Perform routine maintenance on welding equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation.

• Inspect welds for quality, accuracy, and compliance with welding procedures and specifications.

• Use measuring and inspection tools to verify part dimensions and ensure they meet required tolerances.

• Accurately complete work orders, production records, and related documentation.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety‑focused work area in accordance with company standards.

• Work collaboratively with team members and supervisors to meet production goals and deadlines.

• Perform additional duties as assigned to support overall production and continuous improvement efforts.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent experience.

• Hands‑on welding experience in a manufacturing environment.

• At least 6+ months of MIG welding experience.

• Proficiency in MIG welding and general welding techniques.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and customer specifications.

• Experience using measuring devices and inspection tools to verify dimensions.

• Familiarity with welding procedures and specifications (WPS).

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.

• Attention to detail with a strong focus on quality, safety, and accuracy.

• Ability to perform physical tasks such as standing, walking, bending, and lifting throughout the shift.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate’s degree from an accredited welding program.

• AWS certification or the ability and willingness to obtain certification.

• Experience setting up weld stations and fixturing for production work.

• Forklift experience or willingness to obtain forklift certification.

• Experience with fabrication processes in a production or job‑shop environment.

• Comfort working with manual welding machines, spot welders, and robotic welding systems.

• Strong communication skills to coordinate with supervisors and team members.

• Organizational skills to manage multiple work orders and prioritize tasks effectively.

Why Work Here?

The company offers a comprehensive benefits package that covers 100% of medical and dental insurance premiums for employees and eligible family members, including spouses and children, with no premium deductions from paychecks and access to a Health Savings Account (HSA)‑eligible plan. You receive 10 paid holidays per year and a generous paid time off program that starts at a prorated 10 days in the first year and increases by one day each year, up to 20 days annually. The organization promotes a supportive team culture, values safety and stability, and provides a modern manufacturing environment where you can develop your skills and build a long‑term career.

Work Environment

This position is based in a manufacturing shop‑floor environment with moderate noise levels and operates on a 2nd shift schedule from 2:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., Monday through Thursday. The role requires standing, walking, bending, lifting, and handling materials for most of the shift, as well as working around welding equipment and fabrication machinery. Employees use modern welding equipment, including manual welding machines, spot welders, robotic welding systems, and various manual and power tools for grinding and finishing. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is required at all times, including welding shields, hearing protection, and steel‑toed boots, and all team members follow established safety and quality procedures to maintain a clean, organized, and safety‑focused workplace.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Omaha, NE.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $22.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Omaha,NE.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.