• Orbital MIG/TIG Welder

    Aerotek (Newark, CA)


    Job Title: Orbital MIG/TIG Welder

    Job Description

    This position supports the Fabricated Materials welding department, responsible for welding all types of metals together according to supplied prints. The role requires expertise in TIG welding, and involves welding, fabricating, and fusing various types of metal, both small and big parts, while understanding material heat reactions.

    Responsibilities

    + Weld, fabricate, and fuse various types of metal.

    + Read and understand blueprints, work orders, and weld call outs.

    + Understand material heat reactions.

    + Develop best processes for welding assemblies.

    + Check and measure dimensions during the welding process.

    + Grind and deburr parts when necessary prior to welding.

    + Check and straighten parts when needed.

    + Prep all weld areas and tap with drill fixtures when required.

    + Ensure quality meets company and customer standards.

    + Maintain tolerances as required on print.

    + Set up welding machine without assistance.

    Essential Skills

    + 2+ years of experience doing TIG welding.

    + Experience working with blueprints.

    + Experience working with stainless steel and aluminum.

    + Knowledgeable in sheet metal and frame fabrication.

    + Competent in basic math with an understanding of weld shrinkage.

    + Able to fabricate parts to print in a timely manner.

    + Must pass weld test by welding various samples as required.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Experience in welding processes and procedures.

    + Ability to read and understand manufacturing drawings.

    + Must be able to multi-task effectively.

     

    Why Work Here

     

    Enjoy vacation benefits after 2000 regular hours worked, holiday pay after 1500 regular hours, and 5 sick days after 90 days on assignment. Benefit from medical coverage effective from the first day.

     

    Work Environment

     

    The role is based in a cleaner fabrication shop within the Welding Department, alongside approximately 10 other welders and 3-4 machinists over two shifts. Exposure to current weather conditions is possible, as the facility keeps its gate open. Expect moderate noise levels, heavy machinery, and a fast-paced operation typical of a manufacturing facility.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Newark, California.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $37.00 - $45.00/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 Newark,CA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jun 3, 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.