Welder

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: TIG Welder/Fabricator

Job Description

• This role focuses on precision TIG welding and fabrication of stainless steel components in a final assembly environment.
• You will work closely with the welding leadership team and a group of experienced welders to assemble machined and cut parts into finished products, primarily using horizontal TIG welds with occasional multi-position work
• The position is heavily hands-on, requiring strong blueprint reading skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently on client-specific, short-run production jobs

Job Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality TIG welding on thin-gauge stainless steel, primarily 14 gauge, with materials ranging from 20 gauge up to 11 gauge and occasionally 7 gauge
• Execute approximately 95% TIG welding and 5% MIG welding as needed to support production requirements
• Assemble machined and cut parts in the final assembly department, fabricating components into complete products according to client-specific blueprints
• Weld in multiple positions, with a focus on horizontal welds, while maintaining consistent quality and adherence to specifications
• Use hand tools such as angle grinders and sanders to deburr and finish rough edges on newly stamped or formed stainless steel and aluminum components
• Operate equipment such as tube benders, drill presses, saws, and other shop tools to help create and prepare parts for welding and assembly
• Read and interpret detailed blueprints, including symbols and tolerances, to understand job layouts and ensure accurate fabrication for short-run and single-job production
• Collaborate daily with welding leadership and other welders to coordinate job duties, prioritize work, and meet production schedules
• Oversee and support TIG welding and final assembly activities to ensure products meet quality standards and customer requirements

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 10 years of TIG stainless steel welding experience, including the ability to TIG weld very thin stainless steel such as 14 gauge
• Minimum of 10 years of experience reading and interpreting blueprints, including blueprint symbols and tolerances
• Experience performing TIG welding on stainless steel materials ranging from 20 gauge up to 11 gauge, with occasional work on 7 gauge
• Ability to weld in multiple positions, with strong proficiency in horizontal TIG welding
• Proficiency in using hand tools such as angle grinders and sanders to finish and deburr metal components
• Ability to read and follow client-specific blueprints for short-run and single-job production

This is a Permanent position based out of Madison Heights, MI.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $26.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Madison Heights,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 4, 2026.

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.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.