Welder 1st Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Welder – 1st Shift

Job Description

This 1st shift welder role focuses on producing high-quality welds on a variety of components and parts while working from blueprints and customer specifications. You will weld on aluminum, mild steel, and stainless steel, contributing to precision metal fabrication in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Weld a variety of components and parts according to customer specifications and production requirements.
• Read and interpret blueprints, product drawings, weld symbols, and specifications to ensure accurate fabrication and assembly.
• Perform MIG welding, TIG welding, and aluminum welding on materials including aluminum, mild steel, and stainless steel.
• Set up and operate welding equipment and common welding tools safely and efficiently.
• Use measurement tools to verify dimensions, tolerances, and overall quality of welded parts.
• Perform metal fabrication tasks such as cutting, fitting, grinding, and finishing metals to meet required standards.
• Inspect welds and fabricated components for quality, accuracy, and compliance with specifications.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow all safety procedures and guidelines.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production goals and resolve fabrication or welding issues.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in MIG welding, TIG welding, and aluminum welding.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, product drawings, weld symbols, and specifications.
• Ability to read and use measurement tools accurately to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Familiarity with common welding tools, equipment, and procedures.
• Knowledge of metal fabrication operations, capabilities, and equipment.
• Experience with grinding and finishing metals to achieve required quality.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality welds.
• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment and follow established safety practices.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or metal fabrication environment.
• Experience in welding and fabrication of aluminum, mild steel, and stainless steel.
• Comfort working from customer-specific requirements and production schedules.
• Interest in developing skills for potential future leadership opportunities.

Why Work Here?

You will join a growing manufacturing team that invests in your development and offers clear pathways for advancement. The company provides opportunities to move into leadership roles as you build your skills and demonstrate strong performance. You can benefit from pay progression tied to your growth and contributions, creating a rewarding long-term career environment.

Work Environment

You will work in a well-lit manufacturing environment on a 4x10 schedule, with hours from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday. The role involves hands-on work with welding and fabrication equipment, including MIG and TIG welders, measurement tools, and metal finishing tools. The setting is production-focused, with an emphasis on safety, organization, and teamwork throughout the facility.

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

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Neenah,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 25, 2026.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.