Description: Manufacture parts per plant specification in an accurate and timely manner utilizing weld machine centers. Responsibilities & Duties: • Welding metals by using the appropriate materials for joining them. • Rework responsibly, including addressing parts that have been flagged for rework. • Checking finished work to make sure it falls within the tolerances marked on the blueprints. • Align components using calipers, rulers, etc. and clamp pieces. • Routine checks. • Comply with all quality, safety, and sanitation regulations. Requirements: Education and/or Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent, one to three years’ relevant experience, or equivalent combination of both. Essential Functions: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Ability to read and understand documents such as work orders and blueprints. • Effective written and oral communication. • Ability to critically think and solve problems. • Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees.
See More Details >>Job Title: Welder and Fabricator - ($23-$30/hour) Job Description We are seeking skilled Welder and Fabricators to join our team. In this role, you will use your expertise to interpret blueprints and diagrams, building custom parts with precision and maintaining high-quality standards. Responsibilities • Read and interpret blueprints and diagrams to fabricate custom parts. • Perform MIG welding, with optional TIG and robotic welding if trained or interested. • Ensure high-quality work while meeting deadlines without compromising standards. Essential Skills • Proficiency in MIG welding with at least 2 years of experience working with steel. • Ability to read and follow blueprints accurately. Additional Skills & Qualifications • Experience with TIG welding is a plus. • Comfortable working independently and as part of a team. Why Work Here? This role offers growth opportunities for those eager to learn more or take on new challenges. Join a team where your skills are valued and developed. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/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 Manitowoc,WI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Nov 12, 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.
See More Details >>EDUCATION: At Burger Boat Company, we don't just build boats—we create some of the world’s most beautiful yachts on the water! With a legacy of excellence in crafting luxury yachts and custom vessels, we’re on the lookout for skilled Welders and Fabricators to be a part of our cutting-edge team. If you're passionate about precision and craftsmanship and you’re ready to make waves in the maritime industry, this is your chance to shine! SUMMARY: Welders/Shipfitters are expected to perform certified aluminum welding in all positions with either MIG or TIG machines to classification society requirements, whether in shops or on boats. Must be able to work from drawings, welding prints, specifications, bills-ofmaterial, memos, other information or management instruction. Welders/Shipfitters must be able to weld components as directed by fitters or metal fabricators: assists fitter or performs fitter functions to position, align, and fit together properly fabricated and prepared plates, structural shapes and weldments in preparation for assembly into the hull/superstructure or other fabricated parts. Welders are responsible for proper cleaning, preparation and welding of all components. Department: Metal Fabrication Reports to: Metals Manager WORKING MATERIALS: Must be able to work with various welding alloy wires, coated and uncoated sticks, inert and consumable gasses; aluminum plates and extrusions, stainless steel and occasional nonferrous materials common to yacht building practices. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT: Must have the ability to safely and properly operate equipment such as: shears, presses, rolls, grinders, chippers, air-saws, jigs, fixtures, cutting equipment, welder, clamps and hand and power tools. Each person must directly supply their own hand tools per the attached tool list and must have them available in the yard and in working order throughout their employment period. SKILL LEVELS AND ADVANCEMENT: Welder/Shipfitter employees are categorized into three different skill levels beginning with level 1, with the highest level being 3. The advancement of an employee to a higher skill/wage level shall be made only when the Company has a continuing need for an employee to perform work at that level and when the employee convincingly meets the next level’s criteria. An employee’s immediate supervisor may recommend that they be advanced. This nomination will be reviewed by at least the Director of Manufacturing for approval with input from the Metals Manager or Welding Coordinator. Employees should expect that based on the ability of the person involved, they may move up a level or stay at the current level for longer periods than others working around them. In extremely rare cases, some may remain at their current skill level indefinitely. Although this would not be the Company’s goal, and likely not the goal of most employees, management does recognize that certain individuals are either unable or unwilling to learn the skills required to attain a higher level. Some employees may learn and adapt more quickly than others. We are equally committed to creating an environment of continuous learning, creativity and process improvement whereby our wealth of talent and knowledge may be grown and developed on behalf of ourselves, Burger Boat Company and its customers. EDUCATION: High school or technical school where print reading, basic measurement skills and tool use has been learned. Welder/Shipfitter – Skill Level 1 Employees in this level are expected to demonstrate through a positive attitude towards their job and the company, they are anxious to learn the trade and contribute positively to the company’s goals. They are expected to begin to formally educate themselves technically. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Perform basic setup and weld preparation (cleaning, grinding, material handling). 2. Certified for basic fillet welds-bare/primer 3. Learn and follow safety protocols, PPE use, and shop practices, how to follow WPS’s. 4. Assist senior welders with equipment setup and material positioning. 5. Practice on scrap material to build consistency in bead placement. 6. Complete basic documentation (time, job numbers, simple QA forms). 7. Read and interpret simple blueprints, drawings, and welding symbols. 8. Any other task as Supervisor sees fit. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS: 1. Read and write in English 2. Use decimal or fractional tape measure 3. Physical strength to perform work standing, bending, squatting, kneeling and climbing 4. Work with hands and arms overhead for extended periods 5. Possess willingness and ability to learn new jobs and take instructions 6. Be flexible and willing to work various shift schedules as required Welder/Shipfitter – Skill Level 2 For employees to advance to this level, they are expected to demonstrate that they are anxious to progress in the trade, have started to broaden their skills and have gained more experience. At this level, the quality, appearance, accuracy and quantity of their work will become key elements. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Operate common welding processes (GMAW-P (Pulse) Aluminum, GMAW (Spray Transfer & Metal Core, FCAW-G (Flux-Core) Steel and Stainless Steel) on plate with some independence. 2. Grooves and fillets-bare/primer materials 3. Perform welds on flat and horizontal positions with limited rework (100 defects or less per week). 4. Conduct pre-weld and post-weld inspections on own work. 5. Assist with fitting and measuring to prepare parts for welding. 6. Begin minor equipment troubleshooting (torch tips, liners, wire feed issues). 7. Maintain welding equipment, consumables, and work area. 8. Any other task as Supervisor sees fit. 9. Partially meets operational requirements. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS: 1. All skill level 1 qualifications and requirements 2. Possess a background consistent with requirements for skill level 2 Welder/Shipfitter – Skill Level 3 For employees to advance to this level, they are expected to have demonstrated that they consistently produce high quality work in a given time frame and that they can work independently with little or no supervision. They are further expected to have demonstrated that they belong on top of their field and have a thorough working knowledge of how other trades interface with their department in order to efficiently meet our production and quality goals. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Perform complex welds across multiple positions (vertical, overhead) with limited rework on plate (30 defects or less per week). 2. Operate skilled welding processes GTAW (Tig) plate and pipe to plate with some independence. 3. Perform critical (mirror & confined spaces) or certified welds meeting industry codes (AWS, ASME, API, ABS, USCG) under supervision from class A welders. 4. Work with a range of materials (carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, copper nickel). 5. Interpret detailed blueprints, symbols, and specifications independently. 6. Perform quality checks using gauges and basic non-destructive testing tools. 7. Fit and fabricate components with minimal guidance. 8. Mentor level 1–2 welders in skills and safe practices. 9. Complete detailed documentation for QA, traceability, or certification. 10. Troubleshoot welding equipment and recommend repairs. 11. Any other task as supervisor sees fit. 12. Preform hull weld seams with limited rework (30 defects or less per week) 13. Meets operational requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS: 1. All skill level 1 and 2 qualifications and requirements 2. Possess a background consistent with requirements for skill level 3 Welder/Shipfitter– Skill Level 4 A level 4 employee is expected to have demonstrated leadership and technical skills as a level 3 employee and is a uniquely trusted subject matter expert within the Metals department, able to tackle our most challenging tasks and driving forward progress that the levels prior would not be able to do on their own. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Perform critical (mirror & confined Spaces) or certified welds meeting industry codes (AWS, ASME, API, ABS, USCG) independently with limited defects (10 defects or less) 2. Master advanced processes (as the business sees fit). GTAW-Piping systemsstainless, aluminum, copper nickel, steel 3. Lead fabrication projects, from planning through completion. 4. Train and coach lower-level welders. 5. Perform inspections and sign off on quality assurance for others’ work. 6. Coordinate with engineers, supervisors, and inspectors on weld requirements. 7. Oversee safety compliance and continuous improvement initiatives. 8. Suggest process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce defects. 9. Any other task as Supervisor sees fit. 10. Meets operational requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS: 1. All skill level 1 through 3 qualifications and requirements 2. Possess a background consistent with requirements for skill level 4 Monday - Thursday, 6:00am - 3:30pm, Friday 6:00am - 10:00am Overtime available for qualified candidates.
See More Details >>Becoming a welder in Manitowoc, WI, typically begins with technical training, which can range from 6 to 18 months, providing hands-on experience and classroom learning. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 402,333 welders employed nationwide, with a significant demand for new professionals due to an aging workforce and infrastructure expansion. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a steady growth in the welding sector, with about 2% to 3% annual job openings. Welders in Manitowoc can expect to earn an average of $1,500 per week, with opportunities for overtime boosting annual earnings. Training programs, community colleges, and technical schools offer pathways to this skilled trade, leading to a career with strong earning potential and diverse specialization options.
