1st Shift Welder

Job Title: 1st Shift Welder/Fitter | Canton, OH

Job Description

Join our team as a 1st Shift Welder/Fitter, where you will perform MIG welding and fitting on Stainless, Carbon, and Aluminum materials. Your role will involve fabricating and fitting parts together from blueprints, using overhead cranes, and utilizing hand and power tools to ensure precise assembly. This position offers the opportunity to receive AWS certification if you do not already have it. You will be part of a dynamic and growing team in Canton, OH, working Monday through Friday, from 5:30 am to 3:30 pm.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding and fitting on Stainless, Carbon, and Aluminum.

• Fabricate and fit parts together from blueprints, using rulers for precision.

• Utilize overhead cranes to position materials and tack beams in place.

• Use hand and power tools for fitting parts together.

• Perform grinding, torch cutting, and finishing tasks.

• Read and interpret blueprints accurately.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in MIG and/or TIG welding on Stainless, Aluminum, and Carbon.

• Ability to read blueprints and ruler measurements accurately.

• Basic fitting and fabrication skills.

• Experience with structural steel welding.

• AWS certification or willingness to obtain.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Must have own tools, including screwdrivers, wrenches, tape measure, and pliers.

• Minimum of 2 years working experience or graduation from welding school with AWS certifications.

• Capability in vertical welding.

Why Work Here?

Be a part of a company that is experiencing growth and expansion under new management, with projects extending through 2029. Enjoy benefits, a growing pay scale, and PTO. Experience a dynamic work environment where teamwork is valued, contributing to a collaborative and supportive culture.

Work Environment

Work in a clean and organized environment, although it can appear unorganized due to the busy nature and spread-out units. You will be part of a team-oriented setting, collaborating with approximately 180 employees across manufacturing and office spaces. Dress code includes steel toe boots and safety glasses. Work is conducted on the 1st shift, Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturdays.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Canton, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $26.00/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 Canton,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 15, 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.