3rd Shift - TIG Welder

Job Title: 3rd Shift TIG Welder Fabrication (Fab A)

Job Description

This role combines precision TIG welding with metal fabrication in a modern, high-end manufacturing environment. You will weld and finish stainless steel components, operate advanced grinding and polishing equipment, and ensure parts meet exact specifications for premium stainless steel kitchen appliances. The position is on 3rd shift and offers opportunities to grow into other technical areas within the facility.

Responsibilities

• Perform TIG welding and finishing on stainless steel and other materials, including 20-gauge stainless steel components.
• Operate Kuhlmeyer grinding and polishing machines in automatic, semi-automatic, and manual modes to achieve high-quality surface finishes.
• Select and load the correct software programs for specific parts on the machines and make software adjustments as needed to optimize quality and throughput.
• Complete setup tasks at the start of the shift, including gathering and installing proper fixtures and preparing equipment for production.
• Use blueprints to understand part specifications and ensure all work meets dimensional and quality requirements.
• Visually inspect and accurately measure parts using micrometers, calipers, and tape measures to identify defects and verify tolerances.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on welding and fabrication equipment to keep machines in safe, reliable working condition.
• Run press and punch press equipment as needed to support fabrication operations.
• Collaborate with 23 team members in a production pod, coordinating workflow to meet production goals.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area within the fabrication department.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of TIG welding experience on stainless steel, including work with 20-gauge material.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints for fabrication and welding operations.
• Proficiency using precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, and tape measures.
• Hands-on experience with TIG welding processes in a production or fabrication environment.
• Experience running a press for at least 1 year in a manufacturing or fabrication setting.
• Ability to operate or learn to operate press brake and punch press equipment.
• Capability to operate and adjust automated, semi-automated, and manual grinding and polishing machines.
• Strong attention to detail for visual inspection and quality control of welded and fabricated parts.
• Ability to perform basic preventive maintenance tasks on fabrication and welding equipment.
• Willingness and ability to work 3rd shift (10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., Sunday night through Friday morning) with regular overtime.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with stainless steel in a high-end or precision product environment.
• Familiarity with Kuhlmeyer or similar grinding and polishing systems.
• Comfort making basic software selections and modifications on production machinery interfaces.
• in fabrication environments with multiple processes such as welding, press brake, and punch press.
• Interest in cross-training and advancing into areas such as welding, maintenance, machining, or tooling.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills to work effectively within a small pod-based team.

Why Work Here?

You will work in one of the cleanest, most advanced, and well-maintained fabrication facilities in the region, with a strong focus on employee well-being and long-term growth. The company offers a substantial sign-on bonus, tuition reimbursement, and significant opportunities to advance into welding, maintenance, machining, or tooling roles. Employees benefit from a climate-controlled environment, a workout facility, and a free onsite healthcare clinic and lab for themselves and their families. The organization invests heavily in keeping its equipment and facility state-of-the-art, creating a stable, comfortable, and growth-oriented place to build your career.

Work Environment

This position is on 3rd shift, working from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., Sunday night through Friday morning, with an expectation of approximately 510 hours of overtime. You will work in a very large, clean, and climate-controlled fabrication facility that is regarded as one of the nicest shops in the area, with over 300 people in the fabrication department across three shifts. The environment includes advanced machinery for TIG welding, grinding, polishing, and press operations, and you will typically work in a pod alongside 23 other employees, each operating their own machine. The facility offers a workout area, an onsite health clinic, a well-equipped break room, and a strong emphasis on maintaining modern, well-kept equipment and workspaces.

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

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $27.00/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)

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

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Madison,WI.

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.