Tig Welder

Job Description

Job Description

1st Shift TIG Welder $25-33/hr DOEJob Overview

The TIG Welder is responsible for fabricating and assembling stainless-steel process equipment used in the food industry. This role involves approximately 80% TIG welding and 20% assembly work, with a focus on food-grade, acid-resistant stainless-steel piping and components.

• Perform TIG welding on stainless-steel process equipment and piping.
• Assemble equipment, pipes, and pipe components according to specifications.
• Complete both manual and mechanized pulse TIG welding.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and weld symbols.
• Conduct quality inspections and process checks.
• Complete production documentation and work orders.
• Participate in continuous improvement, WCM, and 5S initiatives.
• Cross-train and develop additional manufacturing skills.
• Work in confined spaces when required, including inside tanks and containers.

• Previous TIG welding experience or formal welding education.
• Experience welding stainless steel.
• Ability to read blueprints and welding symbols.
• Comfortable working in confined spaces.
• Ability to operate push-button TIG welding equipment.

• Experience welding small-diameter tubing.
• Strong willingness to learn and maintain a positive attitude.
• Ability to pass a 6G TIG weld test on 2½-inch Schedule 40 pipe with full root penetration.

• Clean, organized, and climate-controlled manufacturing facility.
• Bright, well-lit workspace.
• Structured performance metrics and quality standards.
• Opportunity to perform a variety of welding and assembly tasks.
• Competitive benefits available upon permanent hire.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Winsted, MN.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $33.00/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)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Winsted, MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 26, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Winsted,MN.

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.