Welder Apprentice

Who we are

Aerzen USA Corp. is an international manufacturer of positive displacement blowers, hybrid blowers, screw compressors and turbo blowers. These high-quality machines are used for air and gas applications across many essential industries, including;
Wastewater, Cement, Biogas, Pharmaceutical and Food, among many others. We are One Team, and we Empower our team members to be both Inquisitive and Evolutionary.

Aerzen USA offers a competitive salary; generous health benefits (to include 96% company‑paid benefit plans) with company HSA contribution; a 401(k) with company match; a tuition reimbursement program; and a profit share bonus package; along with the opportunity to work with a dynamic group of professionals.

We are seeking a Welder Apprentice to learn the skills and techniques necessary to become a professional welder. The Welder Apprentice will assist experienced welders with various tasks such as cutting, grinding, welding and fitting metal parts. This position requires a willingness to perform physical labor and learn from a team of experienced professionals.

• Assist with preparing materials, equipment, and work areas for welding and fabrication, including cutting, grinding, and fitting metal components
• Perform basic welding tasks using MIG, TIG, and stick processes under supervision
• Read blueprints, take measurements, align and clamp parts, and support layout and fit‑up activities
• Inspect welds and components, perform dimensional checks, and ensure work meets specifications and tolerances
• Maintain and clean welding tools and equipment, and support general shop organization
• Assist with fabrication and production tasks such as sawing, rolling, bending, assembly, painting, and sandblasting
• Follow all safety standards and participate in required training and safety meetings
• Collaborate with welders, engineers, and team members to meet production goals and resolve issues
• Communicate effectively to clarify instructions and support workflow efficiency
• Support fixture/tooling setup and adapt to other departments as needed to meet production demands
• Work overtime as required and perform additional duties as assigned

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Previous welding experience and experience operating forklift preferred

Ability to perform work in a manufacturing environment, including tasks that may require lifting up to 50 pounds, with attention to safety, detail, and coordination

Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, to support teamwork, understand instructions, and maintain a safe work environment

Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office or similar software tools

Demonstrates a commitment to safety, teamwork, reliability, and continuous learning; shows flexibility and a willingness to develop new skills

Ability to safely use or learn to operate welding equipment and electric/pneumatic power tools

Ability to safely handle and work with steel components and materials in an industrial setting

Willingness and ability to safely operate or learn material handling equipment, such as forklifts and overhead cranes, in accordance with company training

Consistently follows safety procedures and properly uses required personal protective equipment (PPE)

Monday through Friday – 6:15 am – 2:45 pm. 30‑minute lunch break.

Aerzen USA Corp., inclusive of its subsidiaries (further “Aerzen”) is an equal opportunity employer and selects employees based on skills and experience. Aerzen ensures that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran’s status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

All employment decisions and actions are based on merit and made without regard to any characteristic protected by state, federal or local law. Aerzen is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals…