TIG Welder - 1st Shift

Job Title: Welder

Job Description

This role focuses on TIG welding thin-gauge stainless steel for dairy, pharmaceutical, and food and beverage applications. You will work primarily on stainless steel components, interpret blueprints, and support fabrication activities as needed while maintaining a clean and safe work area. The position offers exposure to a variety of products and processes, providing a well-rounded welding and fabrication experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform TIG welding on thin-gauge stainless steel, typically around 16 gauge, to produce high-quality welds that meet dairy, pharmaceutical, and food-grade standards.

• Work directly from blueprints, reading and interpreting welding symbols and process specifications to ensure accurate fabrication and assembly.

• Use fabrication equipment and tools as needed, including grinding, polishing, and operating brake presses when departments require additional support.

• Grind and polish small welds using hand and power tools to achieve smooth, clean finishes suitable for food and beverage applications.

• Operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments according to established procedures and specifications.

• Assist in the fabrication and welding of food and beverage products such as cabinet washers, tanks, pressure systems, and tunnel washers as assigned.

• Set up welding equipment and accessories independently, ensuring proper parameters and configurations for each job.

• Clean and maintain the work area regularly, following safety and housekeeping standards to support a safe and organized shop.

• Collaborate with team members across multiple departments, demonstrating flexibility and willingness to assist where needed.

Why Work Here?

You will work in a modern, that invests in high-quality equipment and provides a clean, comfortable environment. The organization offers competitive pay raises and a strong benefits and insurance package for the area. The role provides a well-rounded mix of TIG welding and fabrication duties that can significantly enhance your resume and support long-term career growth. The culture centers on doing what is right, putting customers first, committing to continuous improvement, focusing on safety, and delivering consistent quality.

Work Environment

This position is on 1st and 2nd shift, typically working four 10-hour days from 5:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. with flexibility to start at 4:00 a.m., 5:00 a.m., or 6:00 a.m. to complete a 10-hour shift.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Madison, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $62400.00 - $90000.00/yr.

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 Madison,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 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.