Robotic Welder - 1st Shift

Robotic Welder Operator Job Description Join our team as a Robotic Welder Operator on the 1st shift. You will work with existing programs, edit them, and use a teach pendant to accurately center the robot. This role requires proficiency in blueprint reading and an understanding of welding operations, including checking fixtures. Experience with sheet metal and job shop environments is essential, and programming skills are a plus. Responsibilities Operate and edit robotic welding programs. Utilize a teach pendant to ensure accurate robot alignment. Read and interpret blueprints effectively. Understand and execute welding operations efficiently. Perform fixture checks to maintain quality standards. Apply sheet metal and job shop experience to daily tasks. Essential Skills Proficiency in welding and blueprint reading. Experience in fabrication and robotic operations, particularly with Fanuc robotics. Ability to operate as a weld operator and robot welder using Mig and Tig techniques. Additional Skills & Qualifications Robotic welding expertise, particularly with Fanuc systems. Experience in a job shop setting. Ability to check fixtures effectively. Why Work Here? Experience the benefits of working for an ESOP company that is expanding as customers bring work back to the US. Engage in meaningful projects within the infrastructure industry, distinct from the automotive sector. Work Environment Work on the 1st shift from 6 AM to 2:30 PM, Monday to Friday, in a small department. There is potential for growth into a lead role. The company operates across multiple coordinated buildings, fostering a collaborative environment. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $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 Grand Rapids,MI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 5, 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.