Welder

This position is for a MIG welder at a manufacturing company located in South Bend. The role involves welding various components for structures, including floors and side panels, using MIG welding techniques.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding on different types of beams and channels, such as I-beams.
• Retrieve materials from designated locations using an overhead crane.
• Follow blueprints to fit materials in the correct positions.
• Conduct TAC MIG welds to secure materials in place.

• 5 years of experience in MIG welding on steel.
• Proficiency in TAC welding on steel.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Skillful in reading a tape measure to 1/16 inch.
• Possession of personal welding equipment, including a weld helmet and steel toe shoes.
• Capability to pass a basic weld test involving a BUTT-joint weld.

• Welding certifications are beneficial.

The company offers comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits, with 65% of coverage paid by the employer. Employees have access to the Cigna network of doctors and hospitals. A 401k plan is available, and paid time off starts accumulating after 90 days. The first year allows up to 80 hours of PTO, increasing to 96 hours annually thereafter.

Work Environment

The role is based in a manufacturing facility. The work schedule consists of four 10-hour shifts, typically from 5 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with occasional work on Fridays. The average workweek ranges from 40 to 48 hours.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of South Bend, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 South Bend,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 28, 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.