Aluminum Welder

Frey Consulting Group; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

401(k)

401(k) matching

Employee referral program

Paid training

On‑the‑job training

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Reliance One, Inc. is seeking an experienced Aluminum Welder for a precision manufacturing client. You will MIG/TIG weld aluminum, stainless steel, and carbon steel components to customer specs while reading blueprints and GD&T data.

The role supports quality activities, uses CMM reports for troubleshooting, and involves a 4‑day workweek with a 2nd shift (3:30 PM–2:00 AM). Previous robotics welding experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of welding experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment
• Hands‑on TIG and/or MIG aluminum welding experience required
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and GD&T
• AWS Certification is required

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate MIG/TIG welding equipment
• Weld aluminum, stainless steel, and carbon steel components as required
• Utilize CMM reports to troubleshoot builds and achieve acceptable first piece
• Maintain accurate job documentation for production runs
• Load and operate robotic welding equipment in automatic mode
• Perform necessary repairs to assemblies following robotic welding
• Investigate and correct issues identified during build or inspection
• Work with Quality Assurance on part layouts and inspections

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Reading blueprints

GD&T understanding

Education

High school diploma or GED

Welding training

AWS Certification

Tools

MIG/TIG welding equipment

Robotic welding equipment

Job description

2nd Shift | Monday–Thursday | 3:30 PM–2:00 AM

Position Highlights

• $18–$24 per hour
• 4-day workweek
• Monday–Thursday, 3:30 PM–2:00 AM

Please Note: All welding candidates will be required to complete an assessment as well as an on-site welding test prior to the interview.

Position Summary

• Reliance One, Inc. is hiring an experienced Aluminum Welder for one of our trusted clients specializing in precision manufacturing and welded assemblies.
• The Aluminum Welder will utilize MIG and TIG welding equipment to produce aluminum, stainless steel, and carbon steel components and assemblies in accordance with customer specifications.
• This position will also support quality activities involving part layouts and inspections, requiring the ability to read blueprints, understand GD&T, utilize inspection tools, and troubleshoot builds using CMM reports.
• The ideal candidate will have 1–2 years of industrial welding experience with hands‑on TIG and/or MIG aluminum welding experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate MIG/TIG welding equipment
• Perform GTAW and GMAW welding on aluminum and mild steel joints
• Weld aluminum, stainless steel, and carbon steel components as required
• Assemble exhaust assemblies, racks, prototyping fixtures, and other welded products
• Utilize CMM reports to troubleshoot builds and achieve an acceptable first piece
• Maintain accurate job documentation for production runs
• Load and operate robotic welding equipment in automatic mode
• Perform necessary repairs to assemblies following robotic welding
• Investigate and correct issues identified during the build or inspection process
• Work with Quality Assurance on part layouts and inspections
• Ensure completed products meet internal and customer requirements
• Verify product quality against CMM reports, blueprints, and AWS specifications
• Utilize hand tools and layout/inspection equipment as required
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Vocational or technical welding training preferred
• AWS Certification required
• 1–2 years of welding experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Hands‑on TIG and/or MIG aluminum welding experience required
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Understanding of GD&T notation
• Experience using hand tools and layout/inspection equipment
• Strong basic troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to multitask and manage priorities in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
• Experience with robotic welding equipment preferred
• Must be eligible to work in the United States

Physical Requirements

• Ability to frequently lift and/or move items weighing more than 50 pounds
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift
• Ability to bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, and climb as required
• Must possess close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
• Ability to safely perform the physical requirements associated with an active manufacturing and welding environment

This position operates within a manufacturing environment and may involve exposure to:

• Welding fumes and airborne particles
• Moving mechanical parts
• Industrial machinery and equipment
• Vibration

This direct hire opportunity offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Paid Time Off
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee referral program
• Paid training
• On‑the‑job training
• Employee Assistance Program

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Aluminum Welder looking for a direct hire position, four‑day workweek, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work on a variety of precision welded assemblies.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Reliance One, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Reliance One, Inc. also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, practices, and observances, as required by applicable law.