Job Description
We are seeking a short-term Production/Fabricator Mig Welder to join our team for the summer busy period. This position will last for 1-2 months and offers a competitive hourly wage based on performance in a weld test. The day shift operates from 5am to 1:30pm, with opportunities for overtime. The role involves the proper, productive, and safe fitting and joining of various skylight, smoke vent, and other components using selected fabricating processes and procedures.
ResponsibilitiesSafely and securely move required materials into and out of the welding area. Certification and licensing as a forklift driver is necessary if a forklift is used, though most materials are moved with a pallet jack.Layout, position, align, and secure parts and assemblies before tacking and welding, using prescribed fixtures, clamps, squares, and tape measures.Operate manual aluminum and steel wire-feed welding equipment to join metal components within defined parameters, ensuring high-quality products.Examine workpieces for defects using visual inspection, tape measures, straight edges, squares, and templates to ensure conformance with specifications.Monitor the welding process to avoid overheating, warpage, distortion, or 'burning through' materials.Detect faulty welding machine operations or defective materials and notify supervisors.Properly stack and secure finished parts on pallets before transferring them to the assembly department.Ensure that finished product counts are correct and properly marked or tagged with order numbers and other identifying marks.Maintain a clean and safe work area.Essential SkillsProficiency in MIG welding, blueprint reading, fabrication, and production processes.Ability to inspect workpieces accurately.Basic fabricating aptitude with either a 2-year technical school degree or 2 years of related work experience.Additional Skills & QualificationsKnowledge and experience in safety requirements for operating wire-feed equipment and material handling.Understanding of wire and filler materials for joining aluminum and galvanized steel.Working knowledge of welding setup parameters such as volts, amps, and wire speed.Ability to use basic measuring instruments and accurately read manufacturing drawings.Proficiency in assigned welding techniques and knowledge of finish grinding tools.Completion of an internal pre-employment welding assessment.Why Work Here?
Join a dynamic team during our peak season and enhance your skills in a supportive environment. We offer competitive pay with the opportunity for overtime, fostering a culture of safety and quality.
Work Environment
The work environment is a day shift from 5am to 1:30pm, with opportunities for overtime. Employees primarily use a pallet jack for material movement, with occasional forklift use for certified operators. The role emphasizes maintaining a clean and organized workspace, adhering to safety standards, and using high-quality welding and fabricating equipment.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Santa Ana, California.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00/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 Santa Ana,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2025.
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\n About Aerotek:\n\n
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.
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\n \nThe 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.
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