Job Title: TIG/MIG Welder / Fabricator-Fitter
Job Description
This role focuses on fabricating and fitting ergonomic material handling equipment such as lift tables and carts from start to structural finish. You will use your TIG and MIG welding expertise, blueprint reading skills, and familiarity with shop machinery to build complete products rather than perform piece work. The position offers significant autonomy in a modern, clean manufacturing environment where quality and precision are central to daily work.
Responsibilities
Mock up and jig series of parts together to tack and perform final welds according to engineering drawings and weld symbols.
Complete the fit and fabrication of entire products, including lift assists, lift tables, carts, and related structures, from start to structural finish.
Interpret and work from blueprints and specifications to ensure products meet design, dimensional, and structural requirements.
Perform TIG and MIG welding on steel, stainless steel, and aluminum components, including overhead and vertical welds.
Set up welding equipment and fixtures independently to weld parts to print, ensuring proper alignment and fit-up.
Inspect completed work using micrometers, vernier calipers, and other measuring tools to verify dimensions against prints and ISO procedures.
Check own work for accuracy, structural integrity, and conformance to quality standards before releasing products to the next stage.
Use basic shop machinery such as cut-off saws, drill presses, and press brakes as needed to support fabrication activities.
Maintain a clean and organized work area and handle tools and equipment safely and responsibly.
Collaborate with team members and supervisors to address fabrication issues, improve processes, and ensure timely completion of projects.
Essential Skills
Minimum 3 years of experience as a TIG or MIG welder and fitter, including the ability to read blueprints and weld to print on steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
Proficiency in TIG welding, including the ability to operate a TIG welder independently.
Proficiency in MIG welding, including the ability to operate a MIG welder independently.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and weld symbols accurately.
Capability to perform overhead and vertical welding safely and effectively.
Ability to perform own setups to weld parts to print, including fixturing and alignment.
Experience fitting parts and fabricating complete assemblies from raw components.
Ability to use micrometers to measure and verify dimensions.
Ability to use vernier calipers to perform precise measurements.
Capability to check own work against prints and comply with ISO procedures.
Ownership of personal tools required to perform daily fabrication and welding tasks.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
AWS welding certification is a plus.
Knowledge of basic shop machinery such as cut-off saws, drill presses, and press brakes is a plus.
Experience working in a machine shop or fabrication environment.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality, structurally sound products.
Ability to work independently with a high degree of autonomy while meeting production and quality expectations.
Why Work Here?
Employees benefit from a clean, modern facility, strong benefits, and a flexible work schedule that supports work-life balance. The organization offers medical coverage, a 401(k) plan, short-term disability, paid vacation, and year-end profit sharing, reflecting a commitment to rewarding contributions and long-term tenure. Overtime opportunities are available for those who want to increase their earnings, and the stable workforce demonstrates a positive culture where employees choose to stay.
Work Environment
The role is based in a 10-year-old machine shop facility that is in immaculate condition and maintained as a clean, organized environment by industry standards. While the shop is clean, you should be comfortable working in a louder production setting and not shy away from getting dirty as part of daily fabrication and welding work. The operation uses standard fabrication and machining equipment, including TIG and MIG welders, cut-off saws, drill presses, and press brakes. The schedule offers flexibility, and overtime is available depending on workload. The environment emphasizes safety, quality, and professionalism while giving individuals autonomy in how they organize and execute their work.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Auburn Hills, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $28.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available 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 Auburn Hills,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 25, 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.
