Mig Welder

Job Title: MIG Welder Job Description

This role focuses on MIG welding mid-grade and heavy steel and aluminum components for industrial radiators used in warehouses, production facilities, and data centers. You interpret welding blueprints and job orders, set up and perform high-quality welds, and ensure all work meets established ISO and quality standards. The position requires a strong attention to detail, consistent workmanship, and the ability to work safely in a busy metal fabrication environment.

Responsibilities

• Review written and verbal job orders and interpret welding specifications in accordance with applicable codes, alignment requirements, dimensional tolerances, and inspection standards.

• Read and understand welding blueprints and prints to determine weld locations, dimensions, and required techniques.

• Set up jobs by fitting and positioning weldments using fixtures, jigs, and other tooling to ensure proper alignment and fit-up.

• Perform MIG welding on mid-grade and heavy steel and aluminum components within established procedures and recognized limits.

• Carry out related tasks such as surface preparation, thermal cutting, grinding, and finishing to prepare materials and complete assemblies.

• Inspect welds and welded surfaces for proper bonds, quality, and conformance to specifications, making adjustments as needed.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area on a daily basis, including welding stations, tools, and equipment.

• Clean, maintain, and perform basic checks on welding equipment and tools to ensure safe and efficient operation.

• Work safely at all times, following company safety policies and using required personal protective equipment.

• Ensure all work adheres to ISO and internal quality standards and contributes to continuous improvement in welding and fabrication processes.

• Collaborate with other team members in the fabrication department, including welders, brake press and punch press operators, turret operators, and laser operators, to meet production goals.

• Perform additional related duties as assigned to support fabrication and assembly operations.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 1 year of MIG welding experience, with candidates having between 1 and 6 years of MIG welding experience strongly preferred.

• Experience welding mid-grade or heavy steel and aluminum using MIG processes.

• Ability to read and interpret welding blueprints and prints, with at least 1 year of blueprint reading experience required and 3 years preferred.

• Capability to pass a weld test demonstrating quality, consistency, and proper technique.

• Proficiency in inspecting welds and welded surfaces for proper bonds and adherence to specifications.

• Ability to set up weldments using fixtures, jigs, and other positioning tools.

• Understanding of basic quality inspection practices related to welding and fabrication.

• Commitment to working safely and following established safety procedures in a welding and metal fabrication environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience reviewing job orders and welding specifications according to code certifications and inspection requirements.

• Familiarity with thermal cutting, grinding, and surface preparation in support of welding and fabrication work.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced fabrication shop and coordinate with multiple production disciplines.

• Attention to detail and strong focus on weld quality, accuracy, and consistency.

• Willingness to work in environments with heat, sparks, fumes, and moving mechanical equipment while using appropriate protective equipment.

• Adaptability to changing production priorities, including increased focus on radiators for data centers.

• Positive attitude and reliability, as compensation progression is influenced by weld quality, experience, and attitude.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a clear pay progression structure, including scheduled raises at key milestones, recognizing both skill development and performance over time. The organization emphasizes quality and safety while offering opportunities to work on industrial radiator projects that support modern facilities and rapidly growing data center markets. Team members work in a clean, organized fabrication environment alongside experienced colleagues in welding and related disciplines, providing strong opportunities to learn, collaborate, and grow within the trade.

Work Environment

The role is based in a welding and metal fabrication/assembly shop focused on building industrial radiators for warehouses, production facilities, and data centers. The standard schedule is 1st shift, Monday through Friday, from 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., with a shift premium available for 2nd shift. The facility is clean and organized but not temperature controlled, so it can become hot during the summer. You will work closely with other employees in the fabrication department, including welders, brake press and punch press operators, turret operators, and laser operators, as part of a collaborative production team. The work environment includes exposure to hot objects, welding glare, sparks, flying metal chips and scale, fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and moving mechanical equipment. Company-supplied personal protective equipment is required, including flame-resistant overclothing, safety mask and shield, safety glasses, safety shoes, and ear protection as necessary.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pleasant Prairie, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Pleasant Prairie,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 5, 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.