Welder / Fabricator

1st Shift Welder / Fabricator $25/hr+

Fredericktown, OH
Job Description
Join a highly skilled fabrication team as a Welder / Fabricator, contributing to the production of large, custom capital equipment and assembly lines for leading industrial manufacturers. You will work closely with a small team in a clean, well-organized facility, using your welding and fabrication expertise to produce high-quality components from stainless steel, aluminum, brass, and various carbon steels. This is a first-shift, hands-on role for an experienced professional who takes pride in their work, can provide guidance to others, and thrives in a fast-paced shop environment.
Responsibilities

• Perform MIG and TIG welding on stainless steel, aluminum, and other metals to fabricate high-quality parts and assemblies.
• Read and interpret blueprints and fabrication drawings to determine dimensions, tolerances, and welding requirements.
• Set up, operate, and adjust welding equipment to complete precise welds according to specifications and quality standards.
• Cut, punch, and grind steel and other metals as needed to prepare components for welding and assembly.
• Work with a variety of materials including stainless steel, aluminum, brass, 1018, and 1045 steels.
• Collaborate with a team of 4-6 people to complete fabrication projects on schedule and according to customer requirements.
• Use shop equipment such as mills, lathes, and other machining tools as needed to support fabrication work.
• Inspect completed welds and fabricated components for accuracy, structural integrity, and adherence to blueprints.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area in accordance with facility and OSHA standards.
• Wear and maintain appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow all safety procedures.
• Train and mentor less experienced operators, sharing best practices in welding, blueprint reading, and shop safety.
• Demonstrate leadership on the shop floor by setting a high standard for workmanship, productivity, and accountability.
• Communicate effectively with team members and other departments such as machining, assembly, and engineering to resolve issues and coordinate work.
• Adapt to changing project priorities and support multiple jobs as needed to meet production demands.
• Participate in occasional Saturday work as needed to support production schedules.

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of welding and fabrication experience strongly preferred.
• Proficient MIG welding skills on stainless steel and aluminum.
• Ability to perform TIG welding on stainless steel and aluminum.
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints and fabrication drawings.
• Hands-on experience working with stainless steel, aluminum, brass, 1018, and 1045 steels.
• Demonstrated ability to cut, punch, and grind steel and other metals safely and accurately.
• Leadership skills with the ability to guide, support, and hold team members accountable.
• Ability to train and develop less experienced operators in welding and fabrication techniques.
• Comfort working in a busy shop environment with moving mechanical parts, noise, and vibration.
• Ability to regularly lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks such as standing, walking, climbing stairs, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling.
• Effective two-way communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Good visual acuity, including close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a capital equipment or large assembly line manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with shop machining equipment such as manual mills and lathes.
• Ability to operate or collaborate with CNC milling centers and related machining processes.
• Strong sense of ownership and pride in workmanship, with a focus on quality and reliability.
• Direct, no-nonsense working style with a focus on accountability and productivity.
• Commitment to maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Willingness to work occasional Saturdays and flexible hours to support production demands.

Why Work Here?
You will join a growing, family-built organization that takes genuine pride in its products, people, and work environment. The facility is purpose-built for large capital equipment and is kept clean, organized, and safe, reflecting a culture of professionalism and respect for craftsmanship.
You will work on first shift with consistent hours, alongside a small, tight-knit team that values accountability, quality, and continuous improvement. With strong order volumes and planned facility expansion, you will have the opportunity to grow with the organization, expand your skills, and contribute meaningfully to high-impact, custom manufacturing projects.
Work Environment
The role is based in a custom-built manufacturing facility designed to accommodate large capital equipment and assembly lines. The operation is organized into dedicated departments, including Machining, Assembly, Weld/Fabrication, Paint, and Engineering/Design, all of which take pride in maintaining safe and clean work areas. The machining department includes Trumpf CNC milling centers and several manual mills and lathes, supporting a broad range of fabrication and machining activities.
This is a first-shift position, typically working from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Saturday, with Saturday hours generally ranging from 6 to 8 hours and Sunday work available on a voluntary basis. Work is performed in a shop environment that requires PPE in accordance with OSHA standards, with frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, chemicals, vibration, and high noise levels. The position is physically demanding, requiring regular standing, walking, climbing stairs, and the use of hands for detailed work, as well as occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and the ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds. Appropriate work attire and PPE are required to ensure safety and compliance with shop standards.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of FREDERICKTOWN, OH.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $27.00/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 FREDERICKTOWN,OH.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 10, 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.

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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):
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