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Entry Level Welder

Aerotek, Appleton, WI, United States


Entry Level Welder

You will be working in a climate-controlled fabrication shop to complete a variety of metal fabrication on a variety of materials including stainless steel and mild steel depending on the projects. Job duties may include: working from blueprints, MIG and TIG welding parts for customers, grinding welds, and operating saws to cut parts. This is great opportunity for someone to start a career in an established fabrication shop and eventually become a certified welder with the company.
Hours: 1st shift hours; flexible 1st shift and can start at either 5AM, 6AM, or 7AM
Job Duties:
Work from blueprints to build custom weldments to specifications
MIG and TIG weld various materials
Grind and inspect finish welds
Operate forklifts and overhead cranes to move materials
Requirements:
Previous welding or fabrication shop experience highly preferred (hobby experience will be considered)
Experience working from blueprints
Must be comfortable using tools
Why Work Here?
Be a part of a growing family-owned metal fabrication shop that offers a diversified workload across different industries. With projects involving everything from heavy equipment, conveyors, equipment frameworks, and parts for OEM machinery, the variety of projects helps build broad fabrication and welding experience. Competitive benefits including 401k match, Life insurance, Health, Vision, Dental, and HSA. Flexible start times offered for all employees.
Job Type & Location
This is a permanent position based out of Appleton, WI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.50/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 Appleton, WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 8, 2026.