**Job Title: Welder** **Job Description** We are seeking an experienced Welder to join our dynamic team, specializing in MIG welding, layout, tacking, fabrication, and building functions in the manufacture of various products. The Welder will perform tasks according to product specifications and ensure adherence to safety procedures using provided PPEs. **Responsibilities** + Perform MIG welding. + Read and interpret project plans, blueprints, and other instructions to execute necessary tasks. + Apply knowledge of welding safety procedures and utilize provided PPEs. + Engage in fabrication and building functions in product manufacturing. + Complete other duties as assigned in a job shop environment where products are designed to order. **Essential Skills** + Proficiency in MIG welding. + Ability to read blueprints and interpret project plans. + Knowledge of welding safety procedures. + Experience in layout, tacking, and fabrication. + Competency in shop math and using tape measures. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Welding degree or equivalent experience required. **Why Work Here?** Our company offers a supportive work environment with attractive benefits including three weeks of PTO upon hire, 401K match, and reimbursement for shoes and safety glasses. Employees enjoy flexibility with work/life balance and have experienced great tenure, with minimal turnover since the plant manager started over a year ago. **Work Environment** The position is based in a welding and fabrication shop, with 20 welding bays, some shared during the first shift. The workday starts at 6 am and includes two 10-minute breaks at 8 am and 10 am, a lunch break at 12 pm, and ends at 2:30 pm. Welders will stand for up to two hours at a time and enjoy a comfortable and safe working environment. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Prior Lake, Minnesota. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $32.00/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 Prior Lake,MN. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Jul 11, 2025. **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.