Welder - ENTRY LEVEL

Aerotek; Pomona (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek in Pomona, CA is seeking an entry-level Welder to support fabricating and assembling metal components used in rolling steel doors and grilles. You will work with MIG welding equipment, follow blueprints, and stay focused in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

This role offers first shift 7am-3:30pm with occasional overtime. Candidates with recent welding schooling or hands-on MIG/Stick experience are encouraged to apply; safety and quality are emphasized as you grow your fabrication

Qualifications

• MIG welding experience on steel components.
• Ability to read blueprints, work orders, and measuring tools accurately.
• Experience using grinders and drills in fabrication environments.
• Lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Proficiency in MIG welding and familiarity with stick welding.
• Strong attention to weld quality and product specifications.
• Commitment to safety procedures in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding on steel components with consistent quality and adherence to specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and drawings to determine welding and fabrication requirements.
• Fabricate, fit, and assemble metal parts for rolling steel doors, grilles, and related products.
• Inspect welds and finished products to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications.
• Operate welding and fabrication equipment, including grinders and drills, safely and efficiently.
• Use measuring tools to verify dimensions and tolerances throughout the fabrication process.
• Follow safety procedures and guidelines to maintain a safe manufacturing environment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work area, including proper handling of tools and materials.

Skills

MIG welding

Blueprint reading

Grinders & drills

Lift 50 lbs

MIG & Stick welding

Attention to detail

Safety focus

Tools

Grinders

Drills

Job description

Job Title: Welder - Entry Level ( RECENT School Completion Accepted )

Job Description

This role focuses on fabricating and assembling metal components used in rolling steel doors, grilles, and related products. You use MIG welding equipment, hand tools, and blueprints to produce high-quality steel products in a safe, fast-paced manufacturing environment. 1st shift - 7am-3:30pm, has to be open to OT. Can be doing 1 hour of OT daily.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding on steel components with consistent quality and adherence to specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and drawings to determine welding and fabrication requirements.
• Fabricate, fit, and assemble metal parts for rolling steel doors, grilles, and related products.
• Inspect welds and finished products to ensure they meet quality standards and product specifications.
• Operate welding and fabrication equipment, including grinders and drills, safely and efficiently.
• Use measuring tools to verify dimensions and tolerances throughout the fabrication process.
• Follow safety procedures and guidelines to maintain a safe manufacturing environment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work area, including proper handling of tools and materials.

Essential Skills

• Previous MIG welding experience and the ability to perform production welding on steel components.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and measuring tools accurately.
• Hands-on experience using fabrication tools such as grinders and drills.
• Capability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform physically demanding tasks throughout the shift.
• Proficiency in MIG welding techniques and familiarity with stick welding.
• Attention to detail when inspecting weld quality and product specifications.
• Commitment to following safety protocols in a manufacturing or shop environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Manufacturing or metal fabrication experience is preferred.
• Experience as a MIG Welder or Stick Welder working with steel components.
• Willingness to learn new fabrication and welding techniques over time.
• Openness to entry-level candidates who have recently completed welding or metal fabrication schooling.

Why Work Here?

You join a team that values growth and continuous learning, with a culture built around the idea that the more skills you gain, the more you can earn. The environment emphasizes a family-oriented approach, where leaders strive to support employees even during slower periods by finding work to help maintain hours. You benefit from opportunities to expand your capabilities, develop your career in welding and fabrication, and work in a place that prioritizes stability, respect, and long-term development.

Work Environment

This position is based in a shop environment that supports welding and metal fabrication activities. Conditions can be warm or cold depending on the season, and the workspace can be dirty due to the nature of welding, grinding, and fabrication work. You work with MIG welding equipment, steel materials, and standard fabrication tools in a hands-on, industrial setting where safety procedures and proper protective gear are an integral part of daily operations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pomona, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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 Nov 6, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Pomona,CA.

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.