Welder

Mig Welder Job Description Join our team as a Mig Welder where you will engage in horizontal and vertical MIG welding on a variety of materials, predominantly aluminum, with some work involving steel and stainless steel. You will handle welds ranging from 18-gauge to 3/8". Occasionally, you will perform TIG welding as required and utilize various wire types including .360, 4043, and 5356, with .035 used on occasion. Your role will also involve inspecting your own welds using visual methods, with some welds requiring certification. Responsibilities Perform horizontal and vertical MIG welding on aluminum, steel, and stainless steel. Handle welds ranging from 18-gauge to 3/8". Utilize .360, 4043, 5356, and .035 wires as needed. Conduct occasional TIG welding tasks. Inspect welds visually and ensure certification where required. Collaborate with a shift team of 4-5 welders. Essential Skills 1+ year of welding experience (either school or on-the-job). Ability to read weld blueprints and symbols. Additional Skills & Qualifications 3+ years of welding experience (either school or on-the-job) is a plus. Proficiency in MIG welding, blueprint reading, and fabrication is advantageous. Why Work Here? Experience a workplace that prioritizes flexibility and employee satisfaction. Enjoy excellent benefits and opportunities for growth. Our supportive environment ensures accommodations and part-time schedules are available when needed. This is a great place to work where you are valued and have the potential to earn a good income. Work Environment This role is based in a large manufacturing facility with a focus on building products. The facility, while not the cleanest, is renowned for its strong culture and team-first mentality, with a lot of tenure in the fabrication areas. You will have your own welding area/bay on the manufacturing floor, with all necessary welding equipment provided, except for helmets. Please note, this is a no-smoking facility. The work is primarily production-style, focusing on products like access doors, entrance grates, and stair treads. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/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 MINNEAPOLIS,MN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 17, 2025. About Aerotek: 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 meets 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 solving for 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. 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.