Welder

This role focuses on precision TIG welding and fabrication of stainless steel components in a final assembly environment. You will work closely with the welding leadership team and a group of experienced welders to assemble machined and cut parts into finished products, primarily using TIG welding on thin-gauge stainless steel. The position emphasizes high-quality workmanship, accurate blueprint interpretation, and efficient use of fabrication tools to support short-run, client-specific production.

Responsibilities

• Perform TIG welding on thin-gauge stainless steel, primarily in horizontal positions but also in multiple welding positions as needed.
• Fabricate and assemble machined and cut parts into final products according to client-specific blueprints and job layouts.
• Oversee and support all TIG welding and final assembly work within the assigned product area.
• Use hand tools such as angle grinders and sanders to remove rough edges and finish newly stamped or formed stainless steel and aluminum components.
• Operate fabrication and machine shop tools, including tube benders, drill presses, and saws, to create or modify parts as required for each job.
• Read and interpret detailed blueprints, including symbols and tolerances, to ensure accurate assembly and weld placement for short-run and single-job production.
• Perform occasional MIG welding, as needed, in support of production requirements.
• Inspect welds and finished assemblies for quality, accuracy, and adherence to specifications, making adjustments as necessary.
• Work efficiently to meet production schedules while maintaining strong attention to detail and high standards of workmanship.
• Collaborate daily with welding leadership and team members to understand job priorities, resolve issues, and coordinate workflow.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, following all shop safety practices and using appropriate personal protective equipment.

• Minimum of 10 years of TIG stainless steel welding experience, including the ability to TIG weld very thin materials such as 14-gauge stainless steel.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience reading and interpreting blueprints, including understanding blueprint symbols and tolerances.
• At least 3 years of hands-on TIG welding experience specifically focused on production work.
• Proficiency in TIG welding stainless steel from 20 gauge up to 11 gauge, with occasional work on 7 gauge material.
• Ability to weld primarily horizontal joints while also performing welds in multiple positions when required.
• Strong experience working with 14-gauge stainless steel sheet that is stamped and formed.
• Demonstrated ability to read and follow client-specific blueprints for short-run and single-job production.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to produce clean, precise welds and accurate assemblies.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently without compromising quality.
• Hands-on experience using hand tools such as angle grinders and sanders to deburr and finish metal parts.
• Experience operating basic fabrication tools such as tube benders, drill presses, and saws.
• Solid understanding of welding safety practices and proper use of welding PPE.

• Fabrication and assembly experience in a manufacturing or job-shop environment.
• Experience with machine shop tools such as lathes, Bridgeport-style mills, saws, and grinders.
• Pipefitting experience related to stainless steel fabrication.
• MIG welding experience to support occasional MIG work as needed.
• Enrollment in or completion of an Associate’s degree in Welding Technologies, with the ability to demonstrate welding skills during a weld test.
• Ability to thrive in a short-run, client-specific production environment where jobs and setups change frequently.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate daily tasks with supervisors and team members.
• Willingness to learn, cross-train, and continue developing skills in welding and fabrication.

The company offers a laid-back, family-oriented culture where employees feel valued and supported over the long term. Team members have the opportunity to cross-train in different areas, keeping their work engaging while continuously developing new skills. The organization manages the full process under one roof, from raw material to finished product, creating a strong sense of pride and ownership in the work. You will join a stable, close-knit team where craftsmanship, learning, and long-term career growth are genuinely encouraged.

Work Environment

The work takes place in a very clean manufacturing and assembly facility that produces specialized equipment for medical and laboratory-related applications. The company employs approximately 84 people, with a dedicated welding group of about 10 welders, fostering a collaborative and team-focused environment. The facility is organized into multiple departments, including Engineering, Machining, Welding, Metal Finishing, and Shipping/Receiving, and handles the entire production process from raw material to finished product in-house. This position is on 2nd shift, working Monday through Thursday from 4:30 p.m. to 3:00 a.m., providing a four-day workweek. You will work primarily with TIG welding equipment on stainless steel, along with hand tools such as angle grinders and sanders, and fabrication equipment including tube benders, drill presses, and saws. The dress code is practical working attire suitable for a welding shop, including a welding helmet and welding gloves, and steel toe boots are required for safety.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Madison Heights, MI.

The pay range for this position is $50000.00 - $56000.00/yr.

Great insurance and benefits, pto, holidays, 401k match, room to grow, medical customer base.

This is a fully onsite position in Madison Heights,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 22, 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.