Tig Welder

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: TIG Welder (Food Processing Facility)

Job Description

This position focuses on sanitary TIG welding and fabrication in a food processing environment, working primarily with stainless steel. You will perform a wide range of welding, cutting, and metalworking tasks, including reading blueprints, preparing parts, and operating various tools and equipment to support maintenance, repair, and fabrication activities for food-grade systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform sanitary TIG welding on stainless steel components used in food processing applications.
• Carry out MIG, TIG, and arc welding on stainless steel parts and assemblies as required.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine layout, welding requirements, and fabrication steps.
• Prepare and fit parts for welding, including measuring, cutting, grinding, and aligning components according to blueprints.
• Set up and operate metalworking tools such as saws, drill presses, grinders, and other shop equipment to make and repair parts.
• Use hand tools, including drills, grinders, wrenches, and other mechanic’s tools, to support welding and fabrication work.
• Operate acetylene torches and plasma cutters to cut, shape, and remove metal as needed for fabrication and repair.
• Perform food-grade welding to meet sanitary standards required in a food processing facility.
• Assist with pipe system layout, fabrication, and installation for process lines and related equipment.
• Follow safety procedures, maintain a clean and organized work area, and handle tools and equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Collaborate with maintenance and production teams to support repair, modification, and improvement of equipment and systems.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in sanitary welding within a food processing facility.
• Strong TIG welding skills on stainless steel, with the ability to produce food-grade welds.
• Ability to perform stainless steel MIG, TIG, and arc welding.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints and technical drawings.
• Ability to prepare and fit parts for welding based on blueprints and fabrication requirements.
• Skill in using hand tools such as drills, grinders, and mechanic’s tools including wrenches.
• Experience operating acetylene torches and plasma cutters for cutting and shaping metal.
• Ability to set up and operate metalworking tools such as saws, drill presses, and grinders.
• Knowledge of food-grade welding practices and standards for sanitary applications.
• Understanding of food industry equipment and processes related to metal fabrication and piping.
• Experience with pipe system layout in an industrial or food processing environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in food industry maintenance, fabrication, or equipment repair.
• Familiarity with sanitary piping systems and process line installation.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining high quality standards.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure clean, precise, and sanitary welds.
• Good communication skills to coordinate work with maintenance and production teams.
• Commitment to workplace safety and adherence to facility procedures and standards.

Why Work Here?

You will join a large, established organization that offers room for growth and advancement, providing opportunities to develop your skills and take on increasing responsibility over time. Once converted to permanent status, you can access a comprehensive benefits package that includes a 401(k) plan and medical, dental, and vision coverage. The company values long-term career development and offers a stable work setting where skilled trades professionals can build a lasting career.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Shafter, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/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 Shafter,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 1, 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.

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.

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.