Welder

Aerotek; Lexington (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Welder in Lexington, NC to join our team building food processing equipment. You will weld, interpret blueprints, assemble and install machinery, and perform quality checks to ensure safe operation and regulatory compliance.

Work hours are 6am-2:30pm with overtime potential; contract-to-hire. This onsite role offers competitive pay and benefits with a family-like work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years TIG/MIG welding experience.
• Proficiency in welding techniques and equipment.
• Experience in the manufacturing vocation.
• Good knowledge of industrial machinery and operations.
• Understanding of CNC operations.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and use measuring tools like calipers or gauges.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work with precision.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot effectively.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Proficiently TIG/MIG welding and Arc Welding to assemble components of food processing equipment.
• Interpret drawings and blueprints to guide assembly with precision.
• Assemble parts of food processing machines ensuring accuracy and alignment.
• Construct, install, and test mechanical and electrical components for proper operation.
• Conduct quality checks to meet industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and resolve issues or defects during assembly to ensure efficiency.

Skills

TIG/MIG welding

Blueprint reading

Machine building

Quality control

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings

CNC operations

Calipers

Mechanical systems

Team collaboration

Tools

Calipers

Sheet metal

Job description

Job Title: Welder

Job Description

Join our team as a Welder specializing in building food processing equipment. This role involves the construction, assembly, and installation of machinery used in the food industry. We seek an individual with expertise in welding, blueprint reading, machine building, quality control, and troubleshooting to ensure the efficient and safe creation of food processing equipment. Attention to detail, precision in work, and adherence to safety standards are crucial for success.

Responsibilities

• Proficiently utilize TIG/MIG welding techniques along with others such as Arc Welding to assemble components of food processing equipment.
• Interpret technical drawings and blueprints to guide the assembly and construction of food processing equipment with precision.
• Expertly assemble various parts of food processing machines, ensuring accuracy and alignment for optimal functionality.
• Construct, install, and test mechanical and electrical components of food processing machinery to ensure proper operation.
• Conduct quality checks and inspections to guarantee that the equipment meets industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and resolve any issues or defects in the equipment during the assembly process to ensure efficiency and performance.
• Safely handle and transport raw materials and finished components using appropriate tools and equipment.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 5 years TIG/MIG welding experience.
• Proficiency in welding techniques and equipment.
• Experience in the manufacturing vocation.
• Good knowledge of industrial machinery and operations.
• Understanding of CNC operations.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and use measuring tools like calipers or gauges.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work with precision.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot effectively.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with mechanical assembly and the use of hand and power tools.
• Experience working with sheet metal.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy the benefits of working in a smaller company that fosters a real family-like culture. Benefit from steady business growth and ample opportunities as the company continues to expand. Enjoy the stability of a busy work environment with a strong pipeline of projects.

Work Environment

Work in a non-climate-controlled, older facility. Engage in welding and fabricating tasks primarily using sheet metal, ranging from 16-22 gauge. Work hours are structured with regular shifts from 6am-2:30pm, Monday to Friday, with additional overtime opportunities including 10-hour days from Monday to Thursday, and shorter shifts on Friday and Saturday.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of LEXINGTON, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $28.00/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 Hospital
• 401(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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in LEXINGTON,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026.

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.