Welder

Aerotek; Milford (DE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

401K match

Stock options

ETO

Vacation

Medical benefits starting day 1

Job summary

Aerotek in Milford, DE is hiring experienced and entry-level welders for MIG welding of stainless and galvanized materials. You will build parts for assembly and aftermarket components, reading fabrication drawings and applying Lean Principles and 5S in daily tasks.

This Contract to Hire role is based in Milford on 2nd and 3rd shifts, offering $21.79/hour with weekly pay and benefits such as 401(k) match, stock options, and day-one medical coverage upon conversion.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in MIG welding.
• Ability to read fabrication drawings.
• Ability to use measuring tools.
• Experience with lathe machine operation.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding on stainless and galvanized materials.
• Build parts for assembly and aftermarket components.
• Read and interpret fabrication drawings.
• Apply knowledge of Lean Principles and 5S in daily tasks.

Skills

MIG welding

Reading blueprints

Measuring tools

Lathe operation

Education

Trade school graduates considered

Job description

Hiring Experienced and Entry-Level Welders Near You

$21.79/hour

Weekly Pay!

2nd and 3rd Shift

Join our welding department where you will primarily engage in MIG welding of stainless and galvanized materials. You will be responsible for building parts for assembly and aftermarket components, while also utilizing your expertise in reading and understanding fabrication drawings. A solid understanding of Lean Principles and 5S is essential for success in this role.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding on stainless and galvanized materials.
• Build parts for assembly and aftermarket components.
• Read and interpret fabrication drawings accurately.
• Apply knowledge of Lean Principles and 5S in daily tasks.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in welding, specifically MIG welding.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Competence in using measuring tools.
• Experience with lathe machine operation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing shop environment is preferred.
• Trade school graduates will be considered.

Why Work Here?

Join a company committed to energy efficiency, sustainability, and ecological responsibility. With over 70 years of industry leadership, we offer a great career opportunity with benefits such as 401K match, stock option retirement plan, ETO, vacation, and medical benefits starting day 1 upon conversion.

Work Environment

Work in a dynamic manufacturing facility with high noise levels, requiring hearing protection. The environment is indoors, but with large bay doors open, exposure to weather elements like cold in winter and heat in summer is expected. Housekeeping is performed per shift, but the environment can be dirty. Steel toe or composite toe boots are required, along with PPE including ear plugs, safety glasses/goggles, gloves, arm shields, welding jacket, and helmet, which are provided by the company.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Milford, DE.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.79 - $21.79/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 Milford,DE.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 16, 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.