Job Description

Now Hiring: MIG Welder

Shift: 3rd

Location: Bedford, PA 

Pay rate starts at 21$-22$/hr

Job Description

This role focuses on production MIG welding in a manufacturing environment, working primarily on JLG baskets and A-frames. You use your MIG welding experience and ability to read blueprints or weld symbols to produce consistent, high-quality welds. You must be able to pass a horizontal MIG welding test and a written test, with the potential to begin in a laborer capacity if additional time is needed to reach the required welding standard.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding on production components, including JLG baskets and A-frames, to meet quality and safety standards.
• Read and interpret blueprints and weld symbols to determine weld locations, dimensions, and specifications.
• Set up welding equipment and materials for each job, ensuring proper settings and consumables for MIG welding.
• Use measuring tools such as tape measures and basic math skills to verify dimensions and ensure accurate fabrication.
• Perform grinding and basic fabrication tasks to prepare, finish, or adjust welded parts as required.
• Follow written instructions and successfully complete a horizontal MIG welding test and written test as part of the qualification process.
• Maintain consistent attendance and reliability to support production schedules on 3rd shift.
• Inspect completed welds for defects and make necessary adjustments to maintain quality standards.
• Adhere to all safety procedures and guidelines while working in a manufacturing and production welding environment.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet daily production goals and resolve issues that affect weld quality or throughput.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 6 months of MIG welding experience in a production or similar environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints or weld symbols.
• Capability to pass a horizontal MIG welding test.
• Ability to pass a written test related to welding and production processes.
• Proficiency with MIG welding equipment and techniques.
• Experience using a tape measure and performing basic math for measurements and fabrication.
• Ability to perform grinding and basic fabrication tasks.
• Strong, reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to work effectively on 3rd shift in a manufacturing setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with production welding in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Experience in fabrication work related to structural components.
• Comfort working from detailed blueprints and technical drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing consistent, high-quality welds.

Why Work Here?

You join a stable manufacturing operation that values reliable, hands-on contributors and offers competitive pay. The environment supports skill development, giving you the opportunity to demonstrate your welding abilities through testing and grow from laborer-level tasks to full welding responsibilities as your skills progress. You benefit from consistent production work, clear expectations, and a structured setting where your craftsmanship directly contributes to the success of the operation.

Work Environment

This position is based in a manufacturing facility focused on production welding. You work on 3rd shift in a fast-paced, production-oriented environment with a strong emphasis on safety and quality. Daily work involves MIG welding, grinding, fabrication tasks, and reading blueprints in a shop setting with standard welding and measuring equipment. The role centers on repetitive production welding on components such as JLG baskets and A-frames, with clear procedures and performance expectations.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bedford, PA.

The pay range for this position is $20.65 - $22.15/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Bedford,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on May 23, 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.

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