Mig Welder

MIG Welder Job Description As a MIG Welder, you will be responsible for setting up and operating electric and gas welding machines to weld metal parts, primarily working with gator shield galvanized steel. Your role will involve MIG welding, with occasional TIG welding as needed. You will measure and set up jobs based on customer blueprints and specifications, ensuring quality standards by changing weld cups, electrodes, and other tooling. Additionally, you will clean parts of contamination before welding and perform quality inspections of finished welded parts. The materials you will predominantly weld include stainless steel, black iron steel, and aluminum, and you will be welding frames and grinding materials down as required. Responsibilities Set up and operate electric and gas welding machines. Perform MIG welding and occasional TIG welding. Measure and set up jobs according to customer blueprints and specifications. Maintain quality and production standards by changing weld cups, electrodes, and tooling. Clean parts of contamination before welding. Conduct quality inspections of finished welded parts. Weld frames and grind materials down as needed. Essential Skills MIG welding Blueprint reading Fabrication Grinding Quality inspection TIG welding Additional Skills & Qualifications Proficiency in MIG & TIG welding Experience with blueprint and schematic reading Why Work Here? We offer comprehensive benefits including 401(k) matching, health, dental, and vision insurance, an employee assistance program, and discounts. Employees can enjoy a flexible spending account, life insurance, paid time off, and a referral program. We also offer tuition reimbursement and manufacturing incentive bonuses up to $150.00 each month, with plenty of overtime opportunities available. Work Environment Work hours are from 3 PM to 12:30 AM Monday through Thursday, and 3 PM to 7:30 PM on Friday. This position involves working in a manufacturing environment where safety and attention to detail are paramount. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rochester, NY. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $27.00/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 Rochester,NY. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 2026. 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. 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.