Job Description

2nd Shift TIG Welder (High-Precision Pipe Welding)

Location: Queen Creek AZ

Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 5:00 PM – 3:30 AM (+ Overtime Fridays)

Shift Differential: +10%

Join a High-Performance Welding Team

We’re looking for a skilled TIG Welder who takes pride in precision, consistency, and craftsmanship. In this role, you’ll play a critical part in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment—delivering clean, repeatable welds on carbon and stainless steel pipe assemblies that power essential equipment.

If you excel at producing flawless welds under pressure , enjoy structured, process-driven work, and thrive in a team-focused manufacturing environment, this is your opportunity to shine.

What You’ll Do

• Perform precision TIG welding on black carbon steel and stainless-steel pipe (up to 8”)
• Execute high-quality welds on flanges, elbows, and compressor assemblies
• Complete full weld cycles, including:
  • Root pass
  • Fill pass
  • Cover (cap) pass
• Prepare materials for welding through grinding, beveling, and cleaning
• Set up and operate TIG equipment, including wire-fed systems
• Deliver consistent, defect-free welds while meeting cycle time and takt time targets
• Work within a moving, high-output production line environment
• Collaborate with team members to hit daily production and quality goals
• Follow strict safety, quality, and process standards
• Successfully complete weld tests as part of the qualification process

What You Bring

Required Skills & Experience:

• Proven TIG welding expertise with:
  • Black carbon steel
  • Stainless steel
  • Dissimilar metals (carbon-to-stainless)
• Strong proficiency in pipe welding techniques (root, fill, cap)
• Experience preparing pipe for welding (fit-up, beveling, grinding)
• Ability to maintain precision in a high-speed, repetitive production setting
• Understanding of takt time and cycle time in manufacturing
• Experience working on or alongside production lines
• Demonstrated ability to pass weld tests and maintain quality standards

Additional Strengths:

• Comfortable in a non-custom, production-driven environment
• Strong attention to detail and consistency
• Ability to adapt quickly and work efficiently under time constraints
• Team-oriented with solid communication skills
• Willingness to train on first shift before transitioning to second shift

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Competitive pay + 10% shift differential
• Comprehensive benefits package:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company support
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid time off
• Work in a modern, climate-controlled facility featuring:
  • Advanced Industry 4.0 technology
  • Electric vehicle charging stations
• Join a fast-growing organization with:
  • Strong internal promotion opportunities
  • Recognition for performance and initiative
• Be part of a company driving innovation and sustainability in a rapidly evolving industry
• Inclusive, forward-thinking culture that values diversity, growth, and continuous improvement

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Clean, air-conditioned manufacturing environment
• Fast-paced, line-driven production setting (not a job shop)
• Repetitive tasks with clearly defined production targets
• Ability to:
  • Lift up to 35 lbs
  • Stand and walk for extended periods
  • Bend, stoop, kneel, and climb as needed
• Strong manual dexterity and coordination required
• PPE provided and required at all times

Build Your Future With Us

If you're a dedicated TIG welder ready to put your skills to work in a high-performance, growth-oriented environment , we want to hear from you.

Apply today and take your welding career to the next level.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Queen Creek, AZ.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $31.00/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 Queen Creek,AZ.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 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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