MIG Welder

MIG Welder

Job Description

This role focuses on high-output MIG welding to fabricate steel trailer components in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Entry level candidates are encouraged to apply. You will prepare materials, interpret blueprints, and perform precise welds on galvanized steel, carbon steel, and stainless steel while maintaining quality, safety, and productivity standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy-duty MIG welding equipment to fuse steel components for trailers quickly, accurately, and to specification.

• Prepare materials by measuring, cutting, and fitting base metal pieces prior to welding.

• Read and interpret engineering designs, blueprints, and welding symbols to ensure trailers are built to exact specifications.

• Use tape measures in both fractions and decimals to verify dimensions and ensure proper fit-up of components.

• Perform high-quality welds on galvanized steel, carbon steel, and stainless steel according to print requirements.

• Conduct quality checks on finished pieces to verify structural integrity and avoid material warping or defects.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area throughout the shift.

• Inspect welding gear, tools, and equipment before each shift to ensure they are operating effectively.

• Use grinding tools to clean, smooth, or prepare welds and surfaces as needed.

• Work independently to complete assigned work to print requirements while meeting production quotas.

• Collaborate with team members in a production environment to support continuous workflow and output.

Essential Skills

• Proven MIG welding experience in a production or manufacturing environment.

• Ability to proficiently weld galvanized steel, carbon steel, and stainless steel.

• Strong blueprint reading skills, including the ability to review and interpret welding symbols, part numbers, tolerances, and weld placement details.

• Ability to accurately read and use a tape measure in both fractions and decimals.

• Mechanical aptitude with experience in fabrication and assembly work.

• Experience using grinding tools and related equipment to prepare and finish welds.

• Ability to work independently and complete work to print requirements without constant supervision.

• Comfort working in a fast-paced, quota-driven manufacturing environment.

• Commitment to maintaining quality, safety, and cleanliness in the work area.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Carbondale, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $24.00/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 Carbondale,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 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.