1st Shift MIG Welder

Job Title: MIG Welder

Shift: 1st and 2nd shifts available

1st: 5:00am-3:30pm Mon-Thurs (Often working Fridays and some Saturdays)

2nd: 3:00pm-1:30am Mon-Thurs (Often working Fridays and some Saturdays)

Pay: $21-$25/hr (10% shift differential for 2nd shift)

Location: Ocala, FL

Contract-to-hire

Job Description

The Shift MIG Welder is responsible for assembling pieces of steel metal, specializing in MIG welding techniques. This role requires proficiency with various welding tools and machines. Daily tasks include set-up, lay-out, and tack-up of various precision frame weldments and brackets, ensuring structures meet tight tolerances. The ability to read complicated prints and weld out precision frames to exact tolerances is essential.

Responsibilities

• Mig weld milled steel and stainless steel.

• Square up and weld various shapes of components.

• Perform welding on both vertical and horizontal planes.

• Tack-up structures to tight tolerances and weld out precision frames.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in MIG welding.

• Experience working with carbon steel and stainless steel.

• Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Welding certification is preferred but not required.

Why Work Here?

Join a privately owned company that is committed to growth and advancement, offering a team environment with a positive culture. The company invests in training and upskilling employees, providing opportunities for career development. Enjoy benefits such as paid holidays, sick time, vacation days, and a 401K plan. Participate in company events like family picnics, and benefit from a second shift differential of 10%.

Work Environment

Work in a non-climate controlled manufacturing facility with bay doors open depending on the time of year. The position involves working on the 1st shift from 5 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, with potential overtime on Fridays and Saturdays. Candidates may work up to 60-70 hours per week.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ocala, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $25.00/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 Ocala,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 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.