• MIG Welder (Entry Level)

    Aerotek (Minneapolis, MN)


    Job Title: MIG Welder

    Job Description

    We are seeking a skilled MIG Welder to join our team. The primary focus will be horizontal and vertical MIG welding on a variety of materials, predominantly aluminum, with some steel and stainless steel. The role includes inspecting welds visually and ensuring certifications where required.

    Responsibilities

    + Perform horizontal and vertical MIG welding on materials including 90% aluminum, 6% steel, and 3% stainless.

    + Execute welds ranging from 18-gauge to 3/8".

    + Perform TIG welding as needed.

    + Use .360 wire, 4043 wire, 5356 wire, and occasionally .035 wire.

    + Inspect welds using visual methods.

    + Ensure certain welds are certified as required.

    + Work collaboratively with a team of 4-5 other welders during shifts.

    Essential Skills

    + 1+ year of welding experience, either from school or on the job.

    + Ability to read welding blueprints and symbols.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Welding experience is a plus.

    + Proficiency in blueprint reading, wire feed, sheet metal, and aluminum welding.

    + Experience with MIG, Flux core, stainless steel, and mild steel welding.

    + Skills in grinding and using hand tools.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    We prioritize flexibility for our employees and offer excellent benefits. We are committed to accommodating part-time schedules as long as they are consistent. Our workplace is recognized for treating employees well, providing opportunities for growth and competitive compensation.

     

    Work Environment

     

    Join us at a large manufacturing facility established in 1948, dedicated to producing building products. The facility is characterized by a strong team-first culture with significant tenure in the fabrication areas. Each welder operates in their own bay on the manufacturing floor, with all necessary equipment provided except for helmets. This is a no-smoking facility, focusing on production work for building products like access doors, entrance grates, and fire cabinets.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $23.55 - $23.55/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 MINNEAPOLIS,MN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Aug 6, 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.