MIG Welder – Precision Fabrication & Blueprinted Parts

Aerotek; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Benefits package including medical/ded

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Welder in West Des Moines, IA, to perform MIG welding and fabrication of carbon steel components in a custom machine shop. You will interpret blueprints and weld symbols, fabricate and fit assemblies to specification, and support both custom projects and production work while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Shifts available on first and second, with a contract-to-hire track. Experience reading prints and welding symbols is essential, and a hands-on, goal‑oriented

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of MIG welding experience on carbon steel components.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints and weld symbols.
• Hands-on welding and fabrication in a shop environment.
• Ability to fabricate, fit, and weld structural steel and plate components.
• Strong blueprint reading for accurate layout and fabrication.
• Ability to inspect welds visually and dimensionally for quality.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding on carbon steel components as the primary welding process.
• Weld and fabricate components including plate, structural steel, and rolled steel.
• Interpret prints, blueprints, and weld symbols to complete jobs accurately.
• Fabricate, fit, and weld parts to meet specifications and tolerances.
• Support both custom fabrication projects and repetitive production work as needed.
• Set up fixtures, jigs, and welding equipment for proper alignment and efficiency.
• Inspect welds visually and dimensionally to verify quality and adherence to standards.
• Follow safety procedures and shop quality standards.

Skills

MIG welding

Blueprint reading

Fabrication

Visual & dimensional inspection

Safety compliance

Welding symbols

Shop environment

Job description

Aerotek is seeking a Welder in West Des Moines, IA, to perform MIG welding and fabrication of carbon steel components in a custom machine shop. You will interpret blueprints and weld symbols, fabricate and fit assemblies to specification, and support both custom projects and production work while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Shifts available on first and second, with a contract-to-hire track. Experience reading prints and welding symbols is essential, and a hands-on, goal‑oriented