Welder - HIRING NOW!!!!! $26 - 32/HR!!!

Job Title: Welder $26- $32 /hr

Job Description - 1st Shift

The Welder will support manufacturing operations by performing work involving a high degree of precision and the use of hand welding equipment. This role requires proficiency in various welding processes and responsibilities include cleaning turbocharger rotors and internal components, measuring rotor components, and fabricating turbocharger stands for shipment. Additionally, balancing rotating assemblies is part of the job scope.

Responsibilities

• Use templates, jigs, blueprints, and other guides to repair, modify, and fabricate parts.
• Operate hand tools to cut, drill, bore, tap, ream, shape, and grind materials.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and tools or equipment are not damaged.
• Manage metals to prevent distortion or burns, meeting required dimensions and tolerances.
• Perform welds that meet high standards of radiographic, ultrasound, and magnetic particle testing.
• Set-up, troubleshoot, and operate welding machines based on job specifications.
• Preheat and weld metal components as specified by blueprints and job specifications.
• Operate air arc gouger, stress relieving machine, and other industry machines.
• Make necessary welding repairs and fix substandard welds.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 3 years of welding experience (MIG, TIG, Stick techniques) in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift up to 45 lbs regularly.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with noise and dust.
• Proficient in using safety glasses, safety shoes, and ear plugs.
• Able to perform sedentary work with frequent physical activities such as pushing, pulling, lifting, and bending.
• Willing to work overtime, nights, and weekends as needed.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership abilities.
• Experience operating a forklift, hand truck, and other specific equipment.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
• Proficient in blueprint reading and various welding techniques, including TIG, MIG, and flux core.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy a stable work environment with low turnover and long tenure among staff. Benefit from working in a small, close-knit team where your contributions are valued.

Work Environment

Work in a manufacturing setting that involves production, refurbishment, and troubleshooting tasks. The location has 20 employees, with 12 in the shop in McPherson, KS. Expect to work in a setting with noise and dust, and adhere to a dress code that includes safety glasses, safety shoes, and ear plugs.

This is a Permanent position based out of McPherson, KS.

The pay range for this position is $54080.00 - $66650.00/yr.

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This is a fully onsite position in McPherson,KS.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 27, 2026.

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.