Welder

1st Shift Welder $20-$23/hr

*Sunbury, OH

Entry Level and new graduates welcome!

Job Description

This role focuses on precision TIG welding of stainless steel and aluminum within a clean, temperature-controlled manufacturing environment. You will use both hand-welding and automated equipment to join metal components, fabricate parts, and support the production of gauges, pressure transducers, and related products. The position offers a clear progression path through multiple technician levels, each providing opportunities to build expertise, take on more complex work, and contribute to continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives.

Why Work Here?

You will join a growing organization that is gaining new business and offering a genuine long-term opportunity with room for advancement. The company provides solid benefits, immediate retirement plan matching, and a generous paid time off program of 19 days (in addition to holidays), supporting a healthy work-life balance. You will work in a stable, supportive environment that values skill development, continuous improvement, and internal growth.

Responsibilities

• Perform TIG welding on stainless steel and aluminum components in accordance with engineering specifications and company standards.
• Use layout tools, diagrams, and blueprint specifications to plan and execute welding and fabrication tasks accurately.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and work orders to determine material requirements, weld sequence, and fabrication details.
• Prepare material surfaces for welding by cleaning, aligning, and securing parts to ensure proper fit and strong weld joints.
• Operate hand-welding and automated welding equipment to join metal components, fill holes, indentations, and seams on fabricated metal products.
• Perform basic machining and fabrication tasks as needed, including work with lathes, mills, and other machining equipment to support weld and assembly operations.
• Conduct visual inspections of welded joints and perform initial quality checks to verify conformance to specifications and quality standards.
• Maintain welding and fabrication equipment in good working condition and promptly report any issues or malfunctions to supervisors.
• Follow all relevant safety standards and consistently use required personal protective equipment while working.
• Participate actively in a lean manufacturing environment by following standardized work, supporting continuous improvement, and helping to eliminate waste.
• Produce quality parts at the required takt time while maintaining accuracy, consistency, and attention to detail.
• Collaborate with team members in a team-oriented setting to meet production goals and support the successful launch and growth of the second shift operations.

Essential Skills

• Proficient TIG welding skills, specifically on stainless steel and aluminum.
• Strong fabrication skills, including fitting, assembling, and welding metal components.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and work orders accurately.
• Experience operating hand-welding and basic automated welding equipment.
• Understanding of and adherence to welding safety standards, including consistent use of personal protective equipment.
• Ability to perform visual inspection and basic quality checks on welded parts.
• Capability to work to takt time and meet production and quality standards in a manufacturing environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with MIG welding is a plus.
• Experience in machining or machine building, including use of lathes, mills, and related equipment, is beneficial.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and willingness to participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment and communicate clearly with colleagues and supervisors.
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and commitment to producing high-quality work.

Work Environment

The role is based in a clean, temperature-controlled manufacturing facility that focuses on precision production of metal components and assemblies. You will work with TIG welding equipment, and may also use MIG welding and machining tools such as lathes and mills, along with standard fabrication and assembly tools. The culture is team oriented, with close collaboration among welders, fabricators, and technicians to meet production goals and quality standards. The standard first shift runs from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, and there is an expanding second shift that offers additional opportunities for growth and advancement.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sunbury, OH.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Sunbury,OH.

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.