Welder

TIG Welder

Location: Bridgeton, MO 63044
Pay: $27.00 to $29.00/hour
Job Type: 6-Month Contract
Shift: 2nd Shift
Schedule: Monday through Thursday, 3:00 PM to 1:30 AM
Workplace: On-site
Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced TIG Welder for a climate-controlled manufacturing environment. This position primarily involves TIG welding aluminum components and fixtures , with some occasional MIG welding.
Candidates should have at least 2 years of welding experience , strong TIG skills, and the ability to inspect their own welds for quality.
Key Responsibilities

• TIG weld aluminum components and fixtures
• Work primarily with approximately 3/8-inch aluminum , including 3/8-inch root gaps
• Perform additional welding on approximately 1/8-inch aluminum
• Complete approximately 4 to 6 fixtures per day
• Perform TIG washing and finishing of welded components
• Complete minor MIG welding as needed
• Load components into fixtures and follow established welding instructions
• Prepare, set up, and fit materials before welding
• Inspect completed welds and identify cracking or quality concerns
• Read and interpret blueprints and welding symbols
• Follow established acceptance criteria and welding procedures
• Complete required welding certification before working independently on fixtures

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of welding experience
• Strong TIG welding experience
• Stainless steel TIG welding experience
• Ability to inspect your own welds and identify cracking or defects
• Ability to read blueprints and welding symbols

Preferred Experience

• Aluminum TIG welding
• GTAW Aluminum G2 and G3
• AWS A2.4 welding symbols
• MIG welding
• Fixture welding and fabrication

Schedule & Training

• Regular Shift: Monday through Thursday, 3:00 PM to 1:30 AM
• Four-day workweek
• Two 15-minute breaks
• 30-minute lunch
• First two weeks of training take place on day shift
• Welders must complete required certification before independently welding production fixtures

Work Environment

• Climate-controlled manufacturing facility
• Independent, hands-on welding work
• Primarily TIG welding with some MIG work
• Large aluminum fixtures and components
• Strong emphasis on weld quality, accuracy, and following established procedures

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Bridgeton, MO.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $29.00/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)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Bridgeton, MO.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 29, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Bridgeton,MO.

About Aerotek

Aerotek\u00AE 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.

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