1st Shift Welder

Aerotek; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotek in Canton, OH is seeking a 1st Shift Welder/Fitter to MIG weld and fit structural parts from blueprints. You will read technical drawings and verify alignment using rulers, while operating overhead cranes and hand tools on a production floor.

The role offers opportunities to obtain AWS certification and grow within a team-driven environment on first shift, with a competitive hourly pay range.

Qualifications

• MIG welding on stainless steel, carbon steel, and aluminum.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret weld locations accurately.
• Must have or be willing to obtain AWS certification through training.
• Two years welding experience or welding school graduate.
• Accurate measuring and ruler readings for alignment.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding on stainless steel, carbon steel, and aluminum components with consistent quality and accuracy.
• Fabricate and fit structural parts together using detailed blueprints and precise ruler measurements for horizontal and vertical alignment.
• Use overhead cranes to safely stand material up, move heavy components, and tack beams in place.
• Utilize hand and power tools, including grinders and torches, to ensure parts fit together correctly and meet specifications.
• Perform grinding, torch cutting, and finishing work on welded assemblies as needed.
• Carry out vertical welding on structural steel and ensure welds meet required standards.
• Read and interpret blueprints accurately to determine weld locations, dimensions, and assembly requirements.
• Work collaboratively with team members on the manufacturing floor to complete projects efficiently and safely.
• Maintain and use your own basic tools such as screwdrivers, wrenches, tape measures, and pliers.
• Follow all safety procedures, including proper use of PPE and safe operation of cranes and tools.

Skills

MIG welding

Vertical welding

Blueprint reading

Measurement

Fitting & fabrication

Power tools

Overhead cranes

Own tools

Structural steel welding

Education

Welding school graduate

AWS certification (or willingness to obtain)

Tools

Grinders

Torches

Job description

Job Title: 1st Shift Welder/Fitter Job Description

This role focuses on MIG welding and fitting on stainless steel, carbon steel, and aluminum during first shift hours. You will fabricate and fit structural parts from blueprints, use measuring tools to ensure precise horizontal and vertical alignment, and operate overhead cranes and hand tools to assemble and finish welded components. The position offers the opportunity to earn AWS certification if you do not already have it.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding on stainless steel, carbon steel, and aluminum components with consistent quality and accuracy.

• Fabricate and fit structural parts together using detailed blueprints and precise ruler measurements for horizontal and vertical alignment.

• Use overhead cranes to safely stand material up, move heavy components, and tack beams in place.

• Utilize hand and power tools, including grinders and torches, to ensure parts fit together correctly and meet specifications.

• Perform grinding, torch cutting, and finishing work on welded assemblies as needed.

• Carry out vertical welding on structural steel and ensure welds meet required standards.

• Read and interpret blueprints accurately to determine weld locations, dimensions, and assembly requirements.

• Work collaboratively with team members on the manufacturing floor to complete projects efficiently and safely.

• Maintain and use your own basic tools such as screwdrivers, wrenches, tape measures, and pliers.

• Follow all safety procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment and safe operation of cranes and tools.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in MIG welding on stainless steel, aluminum, and carbon steel.

• Ability to perform vertical welding on structural steel.

• Strong blueprint reading skills with the ability to interpret dimensions and weld locations accurately.

• Accurate ruler reading and measurement for both horizontal and vertical alignment.

• Basic fitting and fabrication skills for structural and welded assemblies.

• Experience using grinders, torches, and other power tools in a fabrication environment.

• Ability to safely operate overhead cranes to move and position materials.

• Ownership and regular use of basic hand tools, including screwdrivers, wrenches, tape measures, and pliers.

• At least 2 years of working experience in welding or graduation from welding school with AWS certifications.

• Capability to weld on structural steel in a production environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• AWS welding certification, or willingness to obtain AWS certification through provided training.

• Experience with TIG welding on stainless steel, aluminum, and carbon steel is a plus.

• Background in structural steel fabrication and fitting.

• Familiarity with working in a busy manufacturing environment with multiple projects on the floor.

• Comfort working as part of a team and collaborating daily with other welders and fabricators.

Why Work Here?

You will join a growing organization with a strong project pipeline extending for several years, offering long-term stability and consistent work. The company is expanding under new leadership, creating opportunities for professional growth and advancement. Employees benefit from a structured pay scale that grows over time, access to benefits, and paid time off to support work-life balance. The culture emphasizes teamwork, collaboration, and supporting one another to successfully deliver complex projects.

Work Environment

This is a first shift role, working approximately 5:30am to 3:30pm, Monday through Friday, with occasional work on Saturdays as needed. The facility is generally clean and well-maintained, though it can appear somewhat unorganized due to a high volume of projects and units spread out across the manufacturing floor. You will work in a large operation with around 180 people between manufacturing and office staff, in a highly team-oriented environment where collaboration is part of every day. You will regularly use overhead cranes, grinders, torches, and other fabrication equipment. The dress code requires steel toe boots and safety glasses, and you must bring and use your own basic tools.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $26.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

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

Application Deadline

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

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Canton,OH.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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.