TIG Welder

TIG WelderThis role focuses on precision TIG welding and fabrication of custom stainless steel modular process systems that support pharmaceutical, biotech, and food and beverage applications. You will work in a clean, organized, and well-lit fabrication shop, performing a variety of custom welding and fitting tasks on stainless steel and occasional carbon steel, using blueprints and hand and power tools to produce high-quality piping, tubing, and frame assemblies.ResponsibilitiesPerform high-quality TIG welding on stainless steel and occasional carbon steel components.Execute pipe, tube, and frame welds on a wide range of material thicknesses, from approximately 14 gauge to 8 gauge and from about 3/4 inch to 18 gauge, depending on project requirements.Fit and assemble components prior to welding, ensuring proper alignment, fit-up, and joint preparation.Work from detailed blueprints and drawings to lay out, measure, and fabricate custom modular systems.Use a variety of hand and power tools to cut, grind, shape, and finish metal components.Grind and polish welds to meet required quality, appearance, and sanitary standards, particularly for pharmaceutical, biotech, and food and beverage applications.Perform fabrication and assembly tasks to build custom process systems and frames according to specifications.Inspect completed welds and assemblies for accuracy, structural integrity, and adherence to project requirements.Collaborate with shop team members to coordinate work, maintain workflow, and meet project deadlines.Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, following shop procedures and safety guidelines.Adapt to a variety of custom projects and configurations, working efficiently on different types of modular systems.Essential SkillsStrong TIG welding skills on stainless steel, with the ability to produce consistent, high-quality welds.Experience performing TIG welding on both stainless steel and carbon steel materials.Ability to weld pipes, tubes, and frames across a range of material thicknesses and sizes.Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints and fabrication drawings.At least 5 years of TIG welding and fabricating experience.Experience with grinding and polishing welds, including at least 1 year of dedicated grinding and polishing work.Hands-on experience with fitting, assembly, and fabrication of metal components.Skilled use of hand and power tools commonly used in metal fabrication and welding.Attention to detail and commitment to producing clean, precise, and visually appealing welds.Ability to work full-time daytime hours and handle occasional overtime as needed.Additional Skills & QualificationsWelding technology degree or equivalent technical education in welding.Background in fabrication work for sanitary or high-spec industries such as pharmaceutical, biotech, or food and beverage is beneficial.Comfort working on a variety of custom projects rather than repetitive production work.Strong work ethic, reliability, and consistent attendance.Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented shop environment.Willingness to participate in performance reviews and continuous improvement of skills.Why Work Here?You will join a stable, long-established organization that focuses on high-quality work for pharmaceutical, biotech, and food and beverage customers, offering strong long-term security. The company provides a Monday-Friday schedule with no weekend work, supporting a healthy work-life balance. Employees benefit from comprehensive insurance coverage, including life and accidental insurance paid by the company, and health insurance reimbursement up to a specified annual amount. A robust retirement plan with up to 8% 401(k) contribution support helps you build your financial future. The organization conducts 90-day and annual performance reviews with the potential for meaningful wage increases based on performance, attendance, and overall company results, reflecting a fair and consistent approach to compensation. You will work in a clean, organized, and well-lit shop environment with a culture that values treating people fairly and supporting professional growth.Work EnvironmentThis position is based in a very clean, organized, and custom fabrication shop that focuses on stainless steel modular process systems. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with no weekend shifts and the possibility of up to approximately 5 hours of overtime as needed. The shop employs around 70 people overall, with a substantial portion of the workforce in the welding and fabrication area, providing a collaborative team environment. Work is performed indoors in a well-lit facility using typical welding and fabrication equipment, including TIG welding machines, grinders, and various hand and power tools. The environment emphasizes cleanliness, organization, and safety, supporting precise welding and fabrication work throughout the day.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Atkinson, WI.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $22.00 - $28.00/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)