Tig Welder

Job Title: TIG Welder Job Description

This role focuses on TIG welding of stainless steel components in a clean, well-organized manufacturing environment. You work primarily with 11-gauge, 14-gauge, and 18-gauge stainless steel, contributing to fabrication, assembly, and machine building activities while interpreting blueprints and maintaining high-quality weld standards. The position operates on first shift, Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturday work depending on production needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform TIG welding primarily on 11-gauge, 14-gauge, and 18-gauge stainless steel components in a manufacturing setting.

• Interpret and follow blueprints and fabrication drawings to complete welding and assembly tasks accurately.

• Carry out welding and fabrication work to support machine building and general steel and stainless steel assembly.

• Use MIG welding techniques as needed to complement TIG welding operations.

• Inspect welds and finished parts to ensure they meet quality and structural requirements.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow facility safety and ventilation guidelines.

• Use and care for personal welding protective equipment (PPE) to ensure safe work practices.

• Collaborate with team members in fabrication, mechanical assembly, and machine building to meet production goals.

• Adhere to first-shift schedule: Monday through Thursday from 6:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., with occasional Saturday work based on workload.

Essential Skills

• 35 years of welding experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Proven TIG welding experience with stainless steel.

• Ability to weld 11-gauge, 14-gauge, and 18-gauge stainless steel with consistent quality.

• Ability to read and understand blueprints and fabrication drawings.

• Experience with MIG welding and general steel welding.

• Background in fabrication, assembly, and mechanical or machine building work.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to inspect and verify weld quality.

• Ability to work effectively on first shift and meet production deadlines.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Possession of personal welding PPE suitable for TIG and MIG welding.

• Comfort working with stainless steel and various steel materials.

• Ability to work in a well-ventilated but nontemperature-controlled facility.

• Strong organizational skills to maintain a clean and efficient work area.

Why Work Here?

Employees enjoy a stable environment with long-tenured team members and a culture that values comfort and autonomy. The facility allows personal touches such as wearing one earbud or using a speaker for music, and wearing shorts where appropriate, supporting a relaxed yet professional atmosphere. Modern breakrooms with large TVs offer a comfortable space to recharge during the workday.

Work Environment

The role is based in a very clean, organized, and modern manufacturing facility. The building is new, well ventilated, and designed to support safe welding operations, though it is not temperature controlled. First-shift hours run Monday through Thursday from 6:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., with occasional Saturdays depending on production demands. Breakrooms are spacious and equipped with large TVs, providing a comfortable place to take breaks. The dress code is casual, allowing shorts, and the environment permits wearing one airpod or using a speaker for music, while still maintaining safety and professionalism.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Marne, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Marne,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 21, 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.