Welder - Direct Employment

Aerotek; Chaska (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stable full-time opportunity

Clean and organized work environment

Variety of projects and welding apps

Annual performance reviews and growth

Company-sponsored events

Profit-sharing upon direct hire

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a skilled Welder (MIG/TIG) for a contract-to-hire role in Chaska, MN. The position involves welding mild steel and stainless steel, reading blueprints, and supporting robotic welding operations in a clean, organized shop.

The role offers steady full-time hours, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities to work on diverse projects with ongoing growth potential.

Qualifications

• MIG welding experience or completion of a welding program.
• TIG welding experience with mild steel and stainless steel.
• Experience working with 14-18 gauge materials.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Grinding and finishing experience.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to adapt to changing production demands and project types.
• Experience with robotic welding equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding on 14-18 gauge material in flat and horizontal positions.
• Perform TIG welding on mild steel and stainless steel.
• Load and unload parts from robotic welding equipment.
• Grind and finish welded parts to meet quality standards.
• Read and interpret blueprints and welding specifications.
• Inspect welds and completed parts for quality and accuracy.
• Work on a variety of customer projects in a contract job shop environment.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Blueprint reading

Grinding & finishing

14-18 gauge

Robotic welding

Attention to detail

Production adaptability

Job description

Welder (MIG/TIG) - Full Benefit - Will Pay up to $32/hr.

Join a Clean, Organized Manufacturing Team

We are seeking a skilled Welder to join a growing contract job shop environment. This role involves MIG and TIG welding, robotic welding support, grinding, finishing, and blueprint reading. You'll work on a variety of projects using mild and stainless steel, with new and challenging work from week to week.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding on 14-18 gauge material in flat and horizontal positions
• Perform TIG welding on mild steel and stainless steel
• Load and unload parts from robotic welding equipment
• Grind and finish welded parts to meet quality standards
• Read and interpret blueprints and welding specifications
• Inspect welds and completed parts for quality and accuracy
• Work on a variety of customer projects in a contract job shop environment
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area

Qualifications

• MIG welding experience or completion of a welding program
• TIG welding experience with mild steel and stainless steel
• Experience working with 14-18 gauge materials
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Grinding and finishing experience
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to adapt to changing production demands and project types
• Experience with robotic welding equipment is a plus

What We Offer

• Stable, full-time opportunity
• Clean and organized work environment
• Variety of projects and welding applications
• Annual performance reviews and growth opportunities
• Company-sponsored events and team activities
• Profit-sharing opportunities upon direct hire

Work Environment

This position is based in a clean manufacturing facility specializing in custom and contract job shop work. Employees work with MIG and TIG welding equipment, robotic welders, grinders, and finishing tools while following established safety procedures.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chaska, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $32.00/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 & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 28, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Chaska,MN.

About 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.