GTAW​/GMAW Production Welder-Fabricator

Join Us as a GTAW/GMAW Production Welder-Fabricator

Location:

Pontiac, Michigan

Engagement:
Six to Eight Week Contract (with the possibility of extension)

Openings: 2 TIG-focused roles and 1 MIG-focused role

Shifts:

First and Second shift opportunities, based on current equipment availability

Compensation: $18.00–$38.00 per hour, determined by customer evaluation of your welding test performance

• Lay down consistent, clean GTAW (TIG) and/or GMAW (MIG) welds on components and assemblies.
• Work directly from blueprints, fabrication drawings, weld symbols, and written work instructions.
• Configure welding equipment: choose the right process settings, filler/wire, shielding gas, and technique for the job.
• Verify quality: check penetration, bead appearance, dimensional accuracy, and overall integrity of completed welds.
• Use precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges) to confirm part dimensions.
• Prepare joints and materials by cutting, grinding, cleaning, fitting, and positioning prior to welding.
• Tack weld and fixture parts to hold alignment, squareness, and specified dimensions.
• Troubleshoot and correct weld defects and quality issues as they arise.
• Care for equipment; elevate any tooling or machine concerns promptly.
• Work safely at all times, following PPE rules and OSHA-aligned procedures.
• Keep a tidy, organized workstation that supports safe and efficient flow.
• Hit production schedules while upholding stringent quality expectations.
• Assist with additional welding and fabrication tasks as assigned.

• At least 1 year of hands-on MIG and/or TIG welding experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret welding symbols confidently.
• Background working with steel, stainless steel, aluminum, or other metals.
• Comfort with fundamental inspection and measuring instruments.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in producing high-caliber work.
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently when needed.
• Solid hand-eye coordination and mechanical aptitude.
• Physical stamina to stand for long periods and perform repetitive tasks.
• Capable of lifting and moving materials as production requires.
• Welding certification is a plus, not a must.

• Bring a safety-first attitude, deliver structurally sound welds, and consistently meet deadlines without compromising quality.
• A successful candidate will be subject to a background check and must receive satisfactory results of the same, as a condition of joining the team.