TIG Welder

1st Shift Tig Welder

This role focuses on high-quality cosmetic TIG welding on stainless steel equipment used in food service and institutional environments such as fast food locations, school lunchrooms, and hospitals. You will perform precise TIG welding on primarily 20-gauge stainless steel, ensuring all visible welds meet strict aesthetic and structural standards while working from blueprints, engineering drawings, and parts lists.

Responsibilities

• Perform cosmetic TIG welding on stainless steel equipment, with a strong emphasis on the visual quality of all welds that will be visible to customers.
• Complete TIG welding on primarily 20-gauge stainless steel components according to specifications and quality standards.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and parts lists to determine welding requirements and assembly details.
• Set up welding fixtures and use weld tables and guides to position and secure parts for accurate and consistent welds.
• Inspect welds for appearance, accuracy, and structural integrity, making adjustments as needed to meet quality expectations.
• Follow established welding procedures, safety guidelines, and manufacturing standards throughout all tasks.
• Collaborate with team members and other departments to ensure parts are fabricated and assembled correctly and on time.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and care for welding tools, fixtures, and equipment.

Essential Skills

• 15 years of experience in TIG welding, including work with stainless steel and aluminum.
• Proficiency in TIG welding techniques for thin materials, typically 20-gauge stainless steel.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and parts lists accurately.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to produce high-quality, cosmetically appealing welds.
• Capability to work from fixtures, weld tables, and guides to ensure consistent and precise welds.
• Successful completion of a weld test to demonstrate technical proficiency.
• Ability to pass a basic math test relevant to measurements and fabrication tasks.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Welding diploma or formal welding training focused on TIG and stainless steel applications.
• Experience welding aluminum components in addition to stainless steel.
• Familiarity with manufacturing or fabrication environments where cosmetic weld quality is critical.
• Strong problem-solving skills to address fit-up, distortion, or alignment issues during fabrication.
• Reliable work habits and the ability to work independently while meeting production timelines.

Why Work Here?

You will work in a clean, organized manufacturing environment that values craftsmanship and attention to detail. The schedule offers consistent hours on defined shifts, supporting a predictable work-life balance. You will have the opportunity to apply and further develop your TIG welding skills on visible, high-quality products used in everyday settings, while working with a team that prioritizes safety, quality, and professionalism.

Work Environment

The role is based in a clean manufacturing plant focused on stainless steel fabrication. Work is performed using TIG welding equipment, fixtures, weld tables, and guides while referencing blueprints and engineering drawings. Standard attire includes steel-toe footwear, jeans, and a t-shirt, in line with safety and practical requirements for a fabrication environment. The position operates on structured shifts: a first shift from Monday to Thursday, 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and a second shift from Monday to Thursday, 3:00 p.m. to 1:30 a.m., providing a consistent four-day workweek in a production setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Milwaukee, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.95 - $28.95/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 Milwaukee,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 23, 2026.