Welder

Job Title: Welder

Job Description

This role involves performing high-quality welding and fabrication work using MIG and stick welding techniques, supporting production needs, and contributing to the manufacture and repair of industrial machinery components. You will read and interpret blueprints, prepare materials, and complete welds that meet production and quality standards in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG and stick welding on a variety of materials, including stainless steel, in accordance with project specifications and quality standards.

• Read, interpret, and work from blueprints, drawings, and work instructions to complete welding and fabrication tasks accurately.

• Carry out fabrication work, including measuring, cutting, fitting, and assembling metal components prior to welding.

• Use grinding tools and other finishing equipment to clean, smooth, and finish welds and fabricated parts.

• Inspect welds and fabricated components for quality, accuracy, and adherence to specifications, making adjustments as needed.

• Set up, operate, and maintain welding equipment and tools, ensuring they are in safe and proper working condition.

• Collaborate with the production team and provide hands-on support to the production line when additional help is needed.

• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines while working with welding equipment, tools, and industrial machinery.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area, managing materials and tools efficiently to support continuous production.

• Meet production schedules by completing assigned welding and fabrication tasks within required timeframes.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience with MIG welding in a production or industrial environment.

• Proven experience with stick welding on various metals, including stainless steel.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings to perform accurate welds and fabrication.

• Strong fabrication skills, including measuring, cutting, fitting, and assembling metal components.

• Proficiency in using grinding tools and other finishing equipment to prepare and finish welds.

• Solid understanding of welding techniques, weld quality standards, and basic inspection practices.

• Willingness and flexibility to support the production line when additional assistance is required.

• Ability to work safely around industrial machinery and follow established safety procedures.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with stainless steel components in a fabrication or production setting.

• High-volume or production welding environments.

• Ability to troubleshoot minor equipment issues and perform basic maintenance on welding tools.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing consistent, high-quality welds.

• Effective communication skills to coordinate tasks with production and fabrication team members.

Why Work Here?

You will join a hands-on industrial environment where your welding and fabrication skills directly contribute to the success of the operation. The team values reliability, collaboration, and a strong work ethic, offering the opportunity to expand your skills by working closely with production and fabrication functions. This role provides a stable setting for those who enjoy practical, technical work and take pride in producing high-quality, tangible results.

Work Environment

The role is based in an industrial machinery environment that can be hot and dirty at times due to the nature of welding and fabrication work. You will work around heavy equipment, welding machinery, and grinding tools, following safety procedures and using appropriate protective equipment. The setting is production-oriented and fast-paced, with a strong focus on meeting schedules and maintaining safe, organized work areas.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of City Of Industry, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $21.00/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 City Of Industry,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 27, 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.