Robotic Welder

Aerotek; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

PTO/Time Off

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Robotic Welder to operate a Fanuc robotic welder in a metal manufacturing shop in OLATHE, KS. You will weld steel parts using MIG, perform grinding, and follow blueprints to ensure high-quality assemblies.

The role offers contract-to-hire, with indoor, fully onsite work in a busy shop. Candidates should have MIG welding experience, blueprint literacy, and a motivation to grow within the fabrication field.

Qualifications

• Experience or training in MIG welding on steel parts.
• Ability to operate a Fanuc robotic welder in a production setting.
• Experience with tack welding, spot welding, and grinding.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Fanuc robotic welder to produce high-quality welds on steel parts.
• Monitor welding equipment for accuracy and proper functioning.
• Perform MIG welding, tack welding, and grinding as needed.
• Follow blueprints to ensure welds meet specifications.
• Inspect parts for defects and ensure quality standards.

Skills

MIG welding

Fanuc robot operation

Blueprint reading

Grinding

Inspection and repair

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Welding certification

Education

Technical welding certification

Tools

Fanuc robot

Job description

Job Title: Robotic Welder

Job Description

This role focuses on operating a Fanuc robotic welder in a metal manufacturing shop. You will work primarily with steel parts using MIG welding processes, performing grinding and tack welding as part of daily operations. You will follow blueprints, maintain the accuracy of the robotic welder, and repair any steel components that do not meet quality standards. After a successful probationary period, there is an opportunity to advance into a table welder position.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Fanuc robotic welder to produce high-quality welds on steel parts, including hot-rolled steel and sheet metal.
• Monitor and maintain the accuracy and proper functioning of the robotic welder throughout production runs.
• Perform MIG welding on steel components, including tack welding and spot welding as needed.
• Conduct grinding and touch-up work on welded parts to meet quality and finish requirements.
• Follow blueprints and prints accurately to ensure welds and assemblies meet specifications.
• Inspect welded parts and steel components for defects, ensuring all work meets established quality standards.
• Perform repairs on any steel parts that are not up to grade, using MIG welding and appropriate fabrication techniques.
• Support production workflows in a metal fabrication environment, working with carbon steel, sheet metal, and other materials as required.
• Collaborate with team members in welding, machining, and assembly areas to ensure efficient and safe operations.
• Demonstrate reliability, motivation, and a strong desire to learn and grow within the shop environment.

Essential Skills

• Basic experience or training in welding, with a focus on MIG welding processes on steel parts.
• Ability to operate or learn to operate a Fanuc robotic welder in a production environment.
• Capability to perform tack welding, spot welding, and grinding on steel components.
• Skill in reading and following blueprints and prints for welding and fabrication work.
• Understanding of welding on hot-rolled steel, sheet metal, and carbon steel.
• Attention to detail in inspecting welds and identifying parts that require repair or rework.
• Comfort working in a metal fabrication shop with welding, machining, and assembly operations.
• Motivation and desire to work in a long-term, hands-on manufacturing role.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Technical welding certification or completion of a relevant training program is preferred.
• Approximately 1 year of experience in a shop or manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Experience with robotic welding systems, particularly Fanuc robots, is a plus.
• Familiarity with TIG welding, flux core welding, and aluminum or sheet metal work is beneficial.
• Ability to work efficiently in a production setting with overtime opportunities.
• Strong work ethic and interest in advancing within the welding and fabrication field.

Work Environment

The role is based indoors in a non-climate-controlled facility consisting of two large buildings that house welding, machining, and assembly operations. You will work in a busy metal manufacturing shop environment surrounded by welding equipment, robotic welding systems, grinding tools, and fabrication machinery. The setting is production-focused, with a variety of steel and sheet metal parts moving through different stages of fabrication. Employees should be comfortable working in a dynamic industrial environment with varying temperatures and typical shop conditions.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of OLATHE, KS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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 & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of OLATHE, KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 25, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in OLATHE,KS.

About Aerotek

Aerotek Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

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.