Welder

Bestlogic Staffing; Bristol (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

BestLogic Staffing is actively seeking an experienced Welder for aerospace manufacturing. The role focuses on TIG welding with some MIG work, requiring aluminum and stainless steel expertise and strict adherence to blueprints and specifications.

The position is full-time, contract-to-hire (90 days), with a first shift schedule from 6:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Candidates should have 3+ years in aerospace welding and solid precision-measuring skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years of aerospace welding experience.
• Strong TIG welding experience required.
• Experience with aluminum and stainless steel.
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings, and manufacturing docs.
• Ability to use precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers).

Responsibilities

• Perform TIG welding and some MIG welding on aluminum and stainless steel.
• Prepare materials by cutting, grinding, cleaning, and positioning components.
• Read and interpret welding blueprints, drawings, specifications, and work orders.
• Set up welding equipment based on material type, thickness, and position.
• Produce welds meeting dimensional, quality, and workmanship requirements.
• Inspect welds and components using calipers, gauges, and measuring tools.

Skills

TIG welding

Aerospace welding

MIG welding

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

MS Excel

Strong communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

TIG welding equipment

MIG welding equipment

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Welder – Aerospace Manufacturing

Shift: 1st Shift
Hours: 6:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire (90 Days)
Industry: Manufacturing / Aerospace

BestLogic Staffing is seeking an experienced Welder for one of our key manufacturing clients. This is a full-time, contract-to-hire opportunity for a skilled welding professional with experience working in an aerospace or precision manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate will have strong TIG welding experience, familiarity with MIG welding, and the ability to work with aluminum and stainless steel while consistently meeting blueprint, dimensional, quality, and workmanship requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform primarily TIG welding and some MIG welding on thin- to thick-gauge aluminum and stainless steel.
• Prepare materials for welding by cutting, grinding, cleaning, and properly positioning components.
• Read and interpret welding blueprints, engineered drawings, specifications, and work orders.
• Set up welding equipment based on material type, thickness, welding process, and required position.
• Produce welds that meet applicable dimensional, quality, and workmanship requirements.
• Perform dimensional inspections of welds and fabricated components using tools such as calipers, gauges, protractors, and other measuring equipment.
• Inspect completed parts for proper assembly, workmanship, and cosmetic defects.
• Identify and properly tag non-conforming parts requiring rework.
• Complete assigned work according to manufacturing schedules and established production standards.
• Follow documented work instructions, processes, and quality requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation.
• Follow all company safety procedures and properly use required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Work effectively with manufacturing, quality, engineering, and supervisory personnel.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Minimum 3 years of aerospace welding experience.
• Strong hands-on experience with TIG welding required.
• Experience with MIG welding preferred.
• Experience welding aluminum and stainless steel.
• Working knowledge of basic welding principles and metallurgy.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, work instructions, and manufacturing documentation.
• Ability to use precision measuring and inspection equipment.
• Strong math and dimensional measurement skills.
• Basic computer proficiency, including experience with Microsoft Office and Excel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining quality and productivity standards.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand and work in a manufacturing environment for extended periods.
• Ability to safely operate welding and related manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to wear required PPE throughout the workday.

Why This Opportunity?

This position offers an experienced welder the opportunity to join an established manufacturing environment with the potential to transition from contract employment (90 Days) into a permanent, full-time position based on performance and business needs.

BestLogic Staffing is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive hiring experience for every candidate.