EMPLOYER PAYS 100% OF EMPLOYEE MEDICAL INSURANCE $4000.00 Sign on Bonus Starting at $24.50 per hour depending on experience Work Activities: key tasks and responsibilities • Read and understand work related materials. • Strong blueprint reading. • Experience in MIG/TIG/SMAW (stick) welding. • Sanding, chipping and cleaning of parts. • Layout, assemble in jigs or fixtures, weld, and inspect welds. • Perform safe work habits. • Must be able to bend, twist, climb and lift up to 75 pounds. • Must clean work area at end of each shift or as required. • Plan work by reviewing work orders and incorporating maximum usage of material with minimum waste. • Must clean and organize work area throughout shift and at the end of shift. • Must be able to respond quickly and smoothly to production and customer needs understanding changes to the schedule dictate the work performed. • Must pass and maintain ability to wear appropriate PPE and monitoring requirements. • This is a safety sensitive position due to handling heavy material and operating forklifts. This could cause harm to yourself or others. Skills and Abilities The following skills and abilities are required in order for a Welder/Fabricator to consistently meet the highest levels of performance. • Communicate: Read and understand work related materials. • Strong Blueprint reading. • Use math skills to solve problems. • Experience in MIG/TIG/SMAW (stick) welding. • Sanding, chipping and cleaning of parts. • Layout, assemble in jigs or fixtures, weld, and inspect welds. • Perform safe work habits. • Able to bend, twist, climb and lift up to 75 pounds. • Manage one’s time to maximize productivity. • Train others to develop depth and support in the team. • Recommend needed equipment, facilities, and materials. • Look for ways to help people being conscious of a team concept. • Determine the causes of technical problems and find solutions for them. • Test and inspect products, services, or processes. Evaluate quality or performance. • Determine the tools and equipment needed to do a job. • Maintain equipment on a routine basis. • Assist or perform repair of machines or systems. Job Requirements Education • High school diploma or GED required • Vocational training in welding strongly preferred. Experience • Mechanical: Knowledge of designing, using and repairing machines and tools. Hours • Forty hour work week. • Occasional overtime, especially when working with customer or production deadlines. • This position is an hourly position. This is a safety sensitive position due to the use of lifting and moving heavy material with forklifts and hoists.
See More Details >>Job Title: Welder Job Description Set up the welder, including torch tip, filler rod, and flux, according to blueprints and the type and thickness of the metal. Read and follow blueprints to assemble the correct product, and perform quality checks to ensure standards are met. Responsibilities • Set up welding equipment according to specifications. • Read and interpret blueprints to assemble products accurately. • Grind welds to ensure smooth and proper finishes. • Use overhead crane to move products safely. • Perform quality checks to maintain high standards. • Cross-train in other departments such as machine operation. Essential Skills • 6 months of welding experience • Ability to read and interpret blueprints • Proficiency in using welding equipment • Attention to detail for quality checks Additional Skills & Qualifications • Willingness to be cross-trained in other departments Why Work Here? Enjoy working for a family-owned business that values its employees and fosters a supportive work environment. Work Environment Work in a production environment where steel-toed shoes and safety glasses are required. The area may be dirty, but safety is prioritized. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of MANKATO, Minnesota. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $26.00/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 MANKATO,MN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jul 22, 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 >>The core schedule for this role is 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday - Thursday, with OT on Fridays. Right now! We're hiring for two associates in our Offline Welding Station. The position is Offline Flow Welder (Must be a D.1.1 certified welder, able to pass a re-exam OR be a welder with complex-blueprint reading capability and be able to pass the exam in the future). Working in the Offline Flow Station, you will be responsible for operating or overseeing the offline flow station, where our more complicated jobs are fabricated. You will play a crucial role in accurately fabricating our doors, adhering to our quality standards and ensuring optimal performance and safety in the production process. The duties of this position include: • Guarantee that all product is built in the correct and most cost-effective manner, ensuring alignment with quality necessities and specifications • Follow safety guidelines set forth by the company • Follow all company policies in accordance with the employee handbook • Learn building materials and all jargon to ensure future growth and knowledge • Guarantee that all jobtracking procedures are followed
See More Details >>Becoming a welder in Mankato, MN typically starts with technical training, which can range from 6 months to 2 years, providing hands-on skills and preparing individuals for certification exams. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 402,333 welders nationwide, with a median wage of $45,190 per year or $20.25 per hour. In Mankato, welders can earn an average of $1,800 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $108,000 annually. Trade schools, community colleges, and apprenticeships offer pathways to this lucrative career, which is projected to grow by 2-3% annually due to infrastructure development and manufacturing needs.
