Welder

Job Title: Welder

Job Description

This role focuses on MIG welding on a day shift, working primarily with thicker steel components and 3/4 inch steel plates. You will perform multi-pass horizontal welds, interpret prints and weld symbols, and complete welds on parts that have been tack welded. The position requires strong technical welding skills, attention to detail, and the ability to set up welds correctly for consistent, high-quality results.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding on 3/4 inch steel plates, ensuring strong, consistent, and clean welds.

• Execute multi-pass horizontal welds on thicker steel materials according to specifications.

• Read and interpret blueprints and weld symbols to determine weld requirements and set up.

• Set up welds properly, including preparing materials, positioning parts, and adjusting welding equipment.

• Complete and finish welds on parts that have been previously tack welded.

• Use MIG, GMAW, and flux core welding processes as required for each project.

• Inspect welds for quality, accuracy, and adherence to specifications, making adjustments as needed.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area, following safety procedures at all times.

• Collaborate with other team members in the shop to complete work efficiently and on schedule.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 1 year of MIG welding experience.

• Experience welding on steel, including thicker steel materials.

• Ability to read and interpret prints and welding blueprints.

• Solid understanding of weld symbols and their application in setup and execution.

• Proficiency with MIG (GMAW) welding processes.

• Ability to perform multi-pass horizontal welds.

• Capability to set up welds independently, including equipment and material preparation.

• Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality welds.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience using flux core welding processes.

• Experience working at a welding bench and completing multiple weld passes on a single piece.

• Comfort working with thicker steel plates and structural components.

• Ability to work effectively on a first-shift schedule.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable, collaborative shop environment where skilled welders work together to produce high-quality products. The team size allows you to build strong working relationships while still benefiting from a structured operation. The consistent day-shift schedule supports work-life balance, and the role offers the opportunity to deepen your MIG and flux core welding skills on challenging, thicker steel projects.

Work Environment

This position operates in a shop environment with approximately 40 team members. The role is on first shift, working Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with a 30-minute lunch break. You will work at welding stations handling thicker steel plates and structural components, using MIG, GMAW, and flux core welding equipment. The environment is production-focused, with an emphasis on safety and quality. The dress code requires jeans, steel-toe footwear, and a T-shirt each day.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of South Bend, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 South Bend,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 2, 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.