Industrial Welder & Fabricator (3rd Shift)

Job Title: Fabrication and Welding Technician Night Shift

Job Description

This role focuses on project-based fabrication and welding of custom components within a machining and engineering environment. You will build, repair, and modify guards, subcomponents, jigs, racks, conveyors, platforms, and other material handling and storage items, primarily using MIG welding with some TIG work. The position involves working with a variety of metals, operating fabrication equipment, and finishing industrial components with paint, while collaborating closely with team members across shifts.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and weld components for various applications, including machine guards, subcomponents for repairs, jigs, racks, conveyors, platforms, and material handling and storage items.
• Perform primarily MIG welding with some TIG welding as needed to meet project and quality requirements.
• Work with carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum, selecting appropriate welding techniques and settings for each material.
• Operate fabrication equipment such as shears, press brakes, water jets, iron workers, and vertical saws in the machining and engineering area.
• Interpret work orders received through the internal system and from previous shift personnel, ensuring a clear understanding of project requirements.
• Collaborate with team members on other shifts by effectively communicating project status, issues, and handoff details.
• Assist in designing and fabricating furniture and fixtures for machines and manufacturing lines, translating ideas from the floor into practical solutions.
• Paint and finish industrial components to required specifications and standards.
• Work independently alongside one other person on the shift, managing priorities and completing projects with minimal supervision.
• Follow safety procedures and best practices when welding, fabricating, operating equipment, and handling materials.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on MIG welding experience in a fabrication or industrial environment.
• TIG welding experience sufficient to support occasional project requirements.
• Proven fabrication skills, including cutting, forming, and assembling metal components.
• Experience working with carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum in a welding and fabrication setting.
• Ability to operate fabrication equipment such as shears, press brakes, water jets, iron workers, and vertical saws.
• Experience reading and following work orders and instructions delivered through a digital system and verbal shift handoffs.
• Capability to work with minimal training and supervision, particularly on a small team and night shift.
• Prior project-based fabrication experience, including custom builds and one-off solutions.
• Ability to collaborate with production and engineering personnel to support designs for furniture and fixtures for machines and manufacturing lines.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in a machining, engineering, or manufacturing environment.
• Experience working on project-based assignments where each build may be unique.
• Comfort providing input on practical design solutions for equipment and line layouts.
• that extends beyond recent graduation, with applied experience in welding and fabrication.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to translate floor-level needs into fabricated components.

Why Work Here?

You will receive in-depth training and gain exposure to advanced automated equipment, supporting your technical growth and career development. The role offers clear opportunities to advance into leadership positions for those who demonstrate initiative and strong performance. You can count on plenty of hours, providing stability and consistent work. You will work in a climate-controlled facility with an on-site cafeteria, contributing to a comfortable and convenient workday.

Work Environment

This position is based in a climate-controlled manufacturing and fabrication facility that houses equipment such as shears, press brakes, water jets, iron workers, and vertical saws. The primary schedule is a night shift, Monday through Friday, from 10:00 . to 6:30 . Initial training takes place on a day shift (A Shift), typically between 8:00 . and 4:30 . or 6:00 . and 2:30 ., with some flexibility in training hours. You will work closely with one other person on the shift, in a hands-on, production-focused environment with access to an on-site cafeteria.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Durham, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Durham,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 22, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.