Welder

Aerotek; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 62,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking an experienced TIG welder to join our on-site team in Madison, WI. You will weld thin-gauge stainless steel for dairy, pharmaceutical, and food-grade applications, read blueprints and welding symbols, and support fabrication as needed.

The role emphasizes quality, safety, and a clean, efficient work environment. The position operates on 1st and 2nd shifts, typically four 10-hour days, with flexible start times due to scheduling.

Qualifications

• Experience TIG welding on thin-gauge stainless steel.
• Ability to read and interpret welding blueprints and symbols.
• Commitment to safety and maintaining a clean, organized work area.

Responsibilities

• Perform TIG welding on thin-gauge stainless steel (~16 gauge) to meet dairy, pharmaceutical, and food-grade standards.
• Read blueprints and welding symbols to guide fabrication and assembly.
• Use fabrication equipment and tools as needed, including grinding, polishing, and operating brake presses when required.
• Grind and polish welds to achieve smooth, clean finishes for food and beverage applications.
• Set up welding equipment and parameters according to procedures.
• Collaborate with team across departments and support fabrication and welding of components.
• Maintain a safe, clean work area and follow safety policies.

Skills

TIG welding

Blueprint reading

Welding symbols

Grinding

Polishing

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Fabrication support

Job description

This role focuses on TIG welding thin-gauge stainless steel for dairy, pharmaceutical, and food and beverage applications. You will work primarily on stainless steel components, interpret blueprints, and support fabrication activities as needed while maintaining a clean and safe work area. The position offers exposure to a variety of products and processes, providing a well-rounded welding and fabrication experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform TIG welding on thin-gauge stainless steel, typically around 16 gauge, to produce high-quality welds that meet dairy, pharmaceutical, and food-grade standards.
• Work directly from blueprints, reading and interpreting welding symbols and process specifications to ensure accurate fabrication and assembly.
• Use fabrication equipment and tools as needed, including grinding, polishing, and operating brake presses when departments require additional support.
• Grind and polish small welds using hand and power tools to achieve smooth, clean finishes suitable for food and beverage applications.
• Operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments according to established procedures and specifications.
• Assist in the fabrication and welding of food and beverage products such as cabinet washers, tanks, pressure systems, and tunnel washers as assigned.
• Set up welding equipment and accessories independently, ensuring proper parameters and configurations for each job.
• Clean and maintain the work area regularly, following safety and housekeeping standards to support a safe and organized shop.
• Collaborate with team members across multiple departments, demonstrating flexibility and willingness to assist where needed.

Why Work Here?

You will work in a modern, that invests in high-quality equipment and provides a clean, comfortable environment. The organization offers competitive pay raises and a strong benefits and insurance package for the area. The role provides a well-rounded mix of TIG welding and fabrication duties that can significantly enhance your resume and support long-term career growth. The culture centers on doing what is right, putting customers first, committing to continuous improvement, focusing on safety, and delivering consistent quality.

• Double time on all overtime
• $500 shop bonus each quarter
• Climate controlled

This position is on 1st and 2nd shift, typically working four 10-hour days from 5:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. with flexibility to start at 4:00 a.m., 5:00 a.m., or 6:00 a.m. to complete a 10-hour shift. 2nd shift is 3:00PM or 3:30PM start time .

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Madison, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $62400.00 - $90000.00/yr.

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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Madison, WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 16, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Madison,WI.