Precision TIG-MIG Structural Welder

Job Description

Job Description

Precision TIG-MIG Structural Welder — Are you the craftsperson we’re looking for?

Where: Pontiac, Michigan

Term: 6–8 week contract (may extend)

Shifts: 1st and 2nd shift options, based on equipment availability

Rate: $18.00–$38.00/hour, set by the customer after your welding test performance

Open Roles: 2 TIG specialists and 1 MIG specialist

You’ll own challenging welds, transform prints into precise assemblies, and see immediate impact on production goals—all while working with a team that values safety, quality, and craftsmanship.

• Execute TIG and/or MIG welds on a variety of metal components and subassemblies.
• Decode blueprints, drawings, weld symbols, and follow clear work instructions.
• Dial in machines: select settings, filler/wire, shielding gas, and techniques suited to the job.
• Inspect every weld for proper penetration, aesthetics, dimensions, and structural integrity.
• Measure parts using calipers, micrometers, and gauges to verify tolerances.
• Prep materials—cutting, grinding, cleaning, fitting, and positioning—before welding.
• Apply tack welds and use fixtures to maintain alignment and critical dimensions.
• Identify and remedy porosity, fusion issues, and other weld defects.
• Maintain welding equipment and report tooling or machine concerns quickly.
• Adhere to PPE rules and OSHA-compliant safety practices.
• Keep your work area clean and organized to support flow and safety.
• Meet production schedules without compromising quality requirements.
• Assist with other welding/fabrication tasks as needed.

• 1+ year experience with TIG and/or MIG processes.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret weld symbols accurately.
• Experience across steel, stainless, aluminum, or similar metals.
• Competence with basic measuring and inspection tools.
• Detail orientation and a commitment to quality workmanship.
• Collaborative approach with the ability to work independently.
• Strong hand-eye coordination and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive motions.
• Capability to lift/move materials as needed.
• Welding certification preferred, not required.

Consistently produce clean, structurally sound welds and finish jobs on time—every time.

Background Check: A successful candidate will be subject to a background check and must receive satisfactory results of the same, as a condition of joining the team.

Application integrity matters. Submitting inaccurate information can lead to a rescinded offer or termination if discovered after hire.