Spot Welder

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Spot Welder Job Description This role focuses on performing precision spot welding on sheet metal and light-gauge materials in a clean, organized fabrication environment. You will set up and operate spot welding equipment, follow detailed blueprints and work instructions, and support related fabrication tasks to ensure high-quality hardware assemblies. Responsibilities Perform spot welding on sheet metal and light-gauge materials in accordance with work instructions, blueprints, and welding symbols. Set welding parameters on spot welding equipment and run existing programs to meet production and quality requirements. Load and unload sheet metal components onto welding equipment safely and efficiently. Make basic adjustments to welding equipment and programs to maintain proper weld quality and consistency. Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and welding symbols to determine welding sequence, locations, and specifications. Assist with grinding and deburring operations as needed to produce clean, finished parts. Stack and organize sheet metal parts, typically ranging from 15 to 50 pounds, in a safe and orderly manner. Use tape measures and shop math to verify dimensions and tolerances during setup and inspection. Collaborate with team members in the hardware, press brake, turret, and quality areas, providing support where needed. Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area within the hardware department. Essential Skills At least 6 months of experience operating spot welding equipment in a manufacturing or fabrication environment. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and welding symbols accurately. Proficiency in using a tape measure and understanding dimensional tolerances. Hands-on sheet metal experience, including working with hardware and light-gauge materials. Ability to perform basic shop math to check measurements and confirm part specifications. Physical ability to stack and handle sheet metal parts weighing between 15 and 50 pounds. Willingness to assist in related tasks such as grinding and deburring. Ability to work effectively on a 2nd shift schedule (3:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.). Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience with haeger equipment or similar hardware insertion machines. Riveting experience in a sheet metal fabrication environment. Background operating punch press equipment. General fabrication experience within a metalworking or manufacturing setting. Strong attention to detail when working from blueprints and quality requirements. Comfort working near press brakes, turrets, and quality inspection areas. Why Work Here? You will join a clean, organized shop that invests in both your financial and personal well-being. The benefits package includes health, dental, and vision coverage, along with a 401(k) plan that offers a 50% match on your contributions up to 6%. Employees who are nicotine free can receive a monthly discount on benefits, and those who remain nicotine free for at least six months may receive a contribution to their HSA after providing appropriate documentation. You will work in an environment that values precision, supports skill development, and offers opportunities to grow within a collaborative fabrication team. Work Environment This position is based in the hardware department, located adjacent to the press brakes, turrets, and quality department within a clean, organized shop. You will regularly work around sheet metal fabrication equipment and collaborate closely with quality and production teams. The role operates on a 2nd shift schedule from 3:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. The environment emphasizes accurate blueprint reading, flexibility to assist in other areas as needed, and adherence to established safety and quality standards. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Paul, MN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $24.00/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 Saint Paul,MN.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 24, 2026. About Aerotek We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. 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.