TIG Welder - 1st Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: TIG Welder

Job Description

This role focuses on TIG welding thin gauge stainless steel for high-quality food, dairy, and pharmaceutical applications while supporting multiple departments as needed. You will interpret blueprints, perform precision fabrication tasks, and help maintain a clean, safe, and efficient work area in a modern, climate-controlled facility.

Responsibilities

• Perform TIG welding on thin gauge stainless steel, typically around 16 gauge, for dairy, pharmaceutical, food, and beverage products.
• Work directly from blueprints, reading and interpreting drawings, welding symbols, and process specifications to complete projects accurately.
• Use fabrication equipment as needed, including grinding and polishing tools, and assist with brake press and other fabrication operations when staffing requires.
• Grind and polish small welds using hand and power tools to achieve required finishes and meet food-grade or sanitary standards.
• Operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments according to established procedures and quality requirements.
• Support the production of food and beverage equipment such as cabinet washers, tanks, pressure systems, tunnel washers, and related stainless steel products.
• Set up welding equipment and accessories independently to ensure proper parameters for each job.
• Clean and maintain the work area, tools, and equipment to promote safety, organization, and consistent quality.
• Collaborate with team members across multiple departments to meet production goals and respond to changing workload needs.
• Follow all safety guidelines and contribute to a culture focused on doing what is right and delivering consistent quality.

Why Work Here?

You will join a modern, state-of-the-art facility that is widely regarded as one of the nicest in the area, providing a clean, comfortable, and air-conditioned environment. The organization offers competitive pay raises, strong benefits and insurance, and a culture grounded in doing what is right, putting customers first, focusing on safety, committing to continuous improvement, and delivering consistent quality. This well-rounded welding and fabrication role provides excellent experience that enhances your resume and supports your long-term career growth.

Work Environment

This position is based in a state-of-the-art, air-conditioned shop designed for comfort and efficiency. The role follows a 1st shift schedule of four 10-hour days, typically 5:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with flexible start times available at 4:00 a.m., 5:00 a.m., or 6:00 a.m. Voluntary overtime is often available on Fridays for an additional 5 to 10 hours. You will work with stainless steel TIG welding equipment, fabrication tools, and various manual and semi-automatic machines in a clean, organized environment. The culture emphasizes safety, continuous improvement, and consistent quality, with a strong focus on doing what is right and putting customers first.

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

The pay range for this position is $46000.00 - $68000.00/yr.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Madison,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 14, 2026.

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.

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.