Welder

This role focuses on the fabrication and welding of a wide range of components, ensuring all work meets strict design criteria and quality standards. You will work with various setups and parts, perform precise welding and fitting, and inspect materials and processes to maintain high levels of safety and accuracy.

• Fabricate components across multiple setups, including A setup, B setup, LA brackets, small components, cubicles, conservators, and turrets.
• Perform fabrication of the take cover and core clamps according to specifications and drawings.
• Weld components using appropriate welding techniques to meet design and quality requirements.
• Repair defective welds and components to ensure structural integrity and conformance to standards.
• Read and interpret blueprints to guide fabrication, fitting, and welding work.
• Inspect welding processes, materials, and finished work for conformance to design criteria, applicable specifications, and inspection procedures.
• Use overhead or jib cranes safely to move and position materials and components as needed.
• Collaborate with team members to maintain production schedules and meet project deadlines.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean and organized work area.

• 3+ years of blueprint reading and welding experience, ideally working with 1/2" or thicker material.
• Proficiency in MIG welding.
• Experience with stick welding.
• Experience with flux core welding.
• Strong fitting skills for fabrication work.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints accurately.
• 1+ year of experience operating overhead or jib cranes.
• Basic proficiency with plasma cutting equipment.
• Attention to detail in inspecting welds and fabricated components for quality and accuracy.

• Experience working with a variety of fabricated components such as brackets, cubicles, conservators, and turrets.
• Comfort working with thicker materials (1/2" or greater).
• Ability to learn and adapt to different setups and fabrication processes.
• Strong commitment to safety practices in a production environment.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with a team.
• Willingness to work second shift and occasional overtime, including Saturdays.

Employees enjoy a stable, unionized environment with pay set above market value and scheduled raises in August. The organization offers 13 paid holidays from the start, weekly pay every Friday, and a clean, well-maintained workplace. The culture emphasizes long-term employment, with many team members choosing to stay through to retirement, reflecting strong reputation, job security, and a supportive work atmosphere.

This position is primarily on second shift, running from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Overtime is typically available every other Saturday, with the option to sign up for additional hours depending on personal preference. New hires receive training on first shift for at least 2–3 weeks, with the possibility of a quicker transition to second shift based on progression and circumstances. The facility is clean and well-organized, supports union work practices, and uses equipment such as overhead and jib cranes, welding machines, and plasma cutting tools in a structured production setting.

This is a Permanent position based out of Waukesha, WI.

The pay range for this position is $71947.20 - $71947.20/yr.

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.

401k Health Dental Medical

This is a fully onsite position in Waukesha,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 14, 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.