MIG/TIG Welder

MIG/TIG Welder Job Description Join our team as a 2nd Shift MIG/TIG Welder, specializing in the manufacturing of stainless steel tanks for the dairy industry. This role requires expertise in welding, grinding, and fabrication, particularly in food-grade and sanitary welds. You will primarily work with stainless steel and aluminum using Lincoln welders, and have the opportunity to get certified in-house within our TIG department. Responsibilities Perform MIG and TIG welding on stainless steel and aluminum in various positions including flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead. Clamp, hold, tack-weld, heat-bend, bolt, custom fabricate, or grind materials to meet technical requirements and create a welded final product. Control the fitting, burning, and welding processes to prevent overheating, distortion, expansion, or shrinking of parts. Read and interpret basic prints and drawings. Solve fabrication tasks and perform overhead welding. Essential Skills Proficiency in MIG and TIG welding with at least 3 years of experience. Ability to read and understand blueprints. Experience in fitting, assembly, and fabrication. Problem-solving skills related to tank production. Additional Skills & Qualifications Capability to set up and weld any metals unsupervised on MIG & TIG. Troubleshooting and problem-solving expertise. Ability to identify correct metals and processes for orders. Efficiency in welding at 95-100%. Why Work Here? Enjoy a competitive benefits package including a 401k with 3% match, holiday pay, and a $5 premium for 2nd shift. Benefit from 3-5% annual raises, great insurance, and paid holidays. After 90 days, receive a week of paid vacation and a potential raise. Employees can cross-train in other departments and receive pay raises. Work in a brand new, state-of-the-art facility with AI-integrated security, a workout center, cafeteria, arcade, and more. Get reimbursed for a new weld helmet after direct hire, and benefit from a $5000 annual tuition reimbursement program with passing grades. Work Environment Work on the 2nd Shift from Monday through Thursday, 3:30 PM to 2:00 AM, with mandatory work on Fridays and no weekends. The facility is brand new and five times the size of the previous one, featuring modern amenities and a new service center. Employees receive a comprehensive PTO structure, including 5 paid vacation days and 3 personal days prorated from the start date. After one year, enjoy 2 weeks of vacation and 3 personal days, along with 11 paid holidays. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Beloit, Wisconsin. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $26.00/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 Beloit,WI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 2, 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.