Job Description

We are seeking a skilled MIG Welder to join our team for custom fabrication projects located in Amherst, NY. Our focus is on custom stainless steel fabrication for high-end clients within the pharmaceutical, food & beverage, and chemical industries. This position requires proficiency in welding, fabricating, and assembling various stainless steel components including tanks, process vessels, and structural assemblies. You will work independently or collaboratively in a fast-paced environment that demands precision and quality.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding on stainless steel components for sanitary and structural applications.
• Read and interpret detailed welding blueprints and schematics.
• Fabricate and assemble pressure vessels, vacuum chambers, and other custom stainless steel systems.
• Maintain high standards of weld quality and cleanliness for food/pharma-grade applications.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet project deadlines.
• Operate fabrication tools and equipment including grinders, polishers, cutters, and machining tools.
• Participate in on-site welding and installation as needed.

• 3–5+ years of MIG welding experience on stainless steel and structural components.
• Ability to pass a 3/8" stainless steel weld test (corner joint and butt joint).
• Hands-on experience with food-grade stainless steel welds.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Proficiency in TIG welding.
• Sanitary TIG Welding.
• BOCES experience.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Experience with grinding and polishing.

Join a growing company working with large clients, offering comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. Benefit from a laid-back culture and direct access to leadership in this family-owned business.

Work Environment

Work in a well-ventilated industrial fabrication environment. Our facility is not climate-controlled, and you will have access to a range of fabrication services including designing, engineering, and building products such as tanks, process vessels, and structural assemblies. Enjoy working with cutting-edge equipment and technologies, and participate in on-site welding and installation projects.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of AMHERST, 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 AMHERST,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on May 4, 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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