Welder/Fabricator

Job Title: Intercompany Welder

Job Description

Join us as an Intercompany Welder, where you'll be engaging in fabrication for plate production with a focus on quality and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Utilize all standard operating procedures in relation to plate fabrication and stud gunning.

• Ensure that product standards for quality and productivity are met.

• Process paperwork with accuracy and attention to detail.

• Apply all safety measures when working in the shop and with machines/hand tools.

• Maintain a clean working environment and a positive attitude.

• Maintain and operate cutting torches, stick, and wire welding equipment.

Essential Skills

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 75 lbs.

• Standing for long periods.

• Working in all extreme weather while following company weather policies.

• Working long days and Saturdays as needed.

• Ability to read blueprints (3+ years in a relevant area desired).

• Skill in welding, especially structural steel and MIG welding.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to receive and implement specific instructions.

• Ability to review and understand prints.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow directions.

• Knowledge of different material types such as carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.

• General understanding of using and maintaining power tools safely and effectively.

• Ability to drive a fork truck (not required).

• Education: Recent Weld Certificate or program preferred.

• Ability to pass written Weld and Blueprint Tests.

Why Work Here?

As an employee, you will receive competitive health benefits and become part of an employee-owned company, gaining stock based on years of service. Enjoy front-loaded vacation time after 60 days, and savor free lunches twice a month through our food truck program. Employees are eligible for a pay increase upon hiring and annual reviews with wage potential. Benefit from a Scheduling Attainment Bonus, paid monthly for meeting production goals.

Work Environment

Work the first shift from Monday to Friday, starting at 6 am until finished (8 or 10-hour days). Join a smaller team of 15-20 people in a newer fabrication shop located near Army Post Road. Expect a hands-on environment where effort, attitude, and attendance are valued. Adhere to PPE requirements, including jeans, a work-appropriate shirt, steel-toed boots, a weld helmet, and safety glasses.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of CARLISLE, Iowa.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $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 CARLISLE,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 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.