Job Description

MIG Welder – Stainless Steel Fabrication

Amherst, NY

6:00 AM – 2:30 PM (First Shift)

$25-29/hr

Full benefits available

Precision welding. Premium projects. A shop that’s growing.

Join a well-established and expanding custom fabrication shop known for producing high-end stainless steel systems used by leading companies in the pharmaceutical, food & beverage, and chemical industries . As demand increases, the shop continues to invest in new projects, skilled tradespeople, and long-term capability.

• This role is ideal for a detail-oriented MIG welder who takes pride in clean, consistent welds and enjoys working on challenging, custom-built equipment—not repetitive production work .

What You’ll Do

• MIG weld stainless steel components for sanitary and structural applications
• Fabricate and assemble tanks, pressure vessels, vacuum chambers, and custom stainless assemblies
• Read and interpret detailed welding blueprints, schematics, and specifications
• Maintain food- and pharma-grade weld quality and cleanliness standards
• Operate fabrication tools including grinders, polishers, cutters, and machining equipment
• Work collaboratively to meet high quality and delivery expectations
• Support on-site welding and installation as projects require

What We’re Looking For

• 3–5+ years of MIG welding experience on stainless steel
• Ability to pass a 3/8" stainless steel weld test (corner and butt joint)
• Experience in sanitary or food‑grade stainless welding
• Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work safely in a fabrication environment

Why Join This Shop

• Steady growth with a strong pipeline of custom work
• Exposure to large, well-known clients and technically complex projects
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Family-owned company with direct access to leadership and decision-makers
• Relaxed, respectful shop culture that values craftsmanship and accountability
• Work that keeps your skills sharp and continues to challenge you

If you’re a stainless MIG welder looking for consistent hours, meaningful projects, and long-term stability in a shop that’s earning more work every year, this is an opportunity worth serious consideration.

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This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wheatfield, NY.

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $30.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Wheatfield,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on May 11, 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.

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