1st Shift Welder

Job Title: Shift Welder
Job Description
This role focuses on welding and repairing large rotors using MIG and TIG processes while interpreting blueprints, specifications, diagrams, and schematics to determine the appropriate welding approach. You will work from pre-established guidelines and routings, follow all safety procedures, and contribute to high-quality rotor repair and finishing work in a structured production environment.
Responsibilities

• Weld and repair various large rotors using appropriate welding processes based on job requirements.
• Interpret blueprints, specifications, diagrams, and schematics to determine the correct welding method and sequence.
• Follow pre-established guidelines and routings to perform all job functions accurately and efficiently.
• Use grinders to finish and smooth weld repairs on rotors to meet quality standards.
• Comply with all safety procedures, guidelines, and company policies while performing welding and grinding tasks.
• Assist with field work at customer locations when travel is required.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support production and maintenance needs.
• Work independently and unsupervised after completing training, maintaining a high level of quality and productivity.
• Demonstrate a strong willingness to learn and continuously improve welding and fabrication skills.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Welding and/or fabrication experience of 1-3 years or current enrollment in a welding program.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints.
• Mastery of basic math skills to support measurements and layout work.
• Hands-on experience with MIG welding.
• Hands-on experience with TIG welding.
• Ability to work from pre-established guidelines and routings to complete tasks.
• Ability to grind and finish welds on large rotors after repair.
• Capability to work unsupervised after training is complete.
• High level of motivation and a strong willingness to learn.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience welding or repairing large industrial components such as rotors.
• Experience using grinders and finishing tools in a production or repair environment.
• Flexibility to travel occasionally to customer locations to assist with field work.
• Comfort working from technical documentation such as diagrams and schematics.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality welds and finishes.

Why Work Here?
You will join a team that values flexibility and supports a healthy work-life balance. The organization offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including a 401(k) plan with a generous company match and tuition reimbursement to support your professional growth. You will have the opportunity to develop your skills in a stable environment that invests in training and long-term career development.
Work Environment
This position operates on a first-shift schedule from 5:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The shift may run Monday through Thursday or Tuesday through Friday, and assignments are made based on operational needs. You will work in an industrial setting focused on welding, grinding, and finishing large rotors using MIG and TIG welding equipment, grinders, and related tools. The environment emphasizes safety, adherence to procedures, and consistent production quality, with structured training to prepare you to work independently on assigned tasks.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Appleton, WI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $42640.00 - $58240.00/yr.
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Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Appleton,WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 11, 2026.

About Aerotek

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 meets 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 solving for 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.


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.

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