Welder III at Aerotek — NeverHard

Job DescriptionJob Description Job Title: Welder III Job Description This role focuses on production MIG welding and quality control for custom metal and wire display products used in retail and grocery environments. You will work primarily with mild steel, aluminum, and stainless steel, performing both welding and fabrication while ensuring that all welds are both aesthetically pleasing and structurally functional. The position combines hands-on welding, inspection, and process improvement, with a clear path toward leadership and ownership of the welding department’s standards and practices. Responsibilities Perform production MIG welding on a variety of products, including wire and metal displays for retail and grocery environments. Use the correct jigs and fixtures to set up and weld products accurately and efficiently. Conduct visual and dimensional inspections to ensure all welds meet quality and aesthetic standards, with approximately 40% of time dedicated to quality control and 60% to welding. Work primarily with mild steel, aluminum, and stainless steel for the majority of production tasks. Carry out fabrication tasks such as measuring, cutting, fitting, grinding, and assembling metal components as needed. Read and interpret blueprints to understand product specifications, dimensions, and weld requirements. Set up welding jigs and equipment to ensure consistency and repeatability in production. Ensure welds are clean, aesthetic, and functional, with no weld spatter, suitable for visible retail display applications. Adapt to changing product lines and job requirements in a production environment where projects vary. Use fabrication equipment such as grinders, benders, punch presses, and shears safely and effectively. Support and help refine production processes, including setting up and improving welding and quality control procedures over time. Collaborate with team members in the welding department to meet production targets and maintain high quality standards. Demonstrate strong communication and teamwork skills to contribute positively to the department culture. Exhibit leadership qualities with the goal of progressing into a Charge Hand role, leading the welding department and acting as a key point of contact with production leadership. Promote a safe, respectful, and constructive work environment, helping to address and improve any negative or unproductive behaviors within the team. Comply with union membership requirements following the probationary period in accordance with workplace policies. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, following all safety procedures and using required PPE. Participate in ongoing training and development to support continuous improvement and career progression. Essential Skills At least 3+ years of welding experience in a production or similar environment. Proficiency in MIG welding with the ability to produce clean, consistent, and aesthetically pleasing welds. Hands-on fabrication experience using tools such as grinders, benders, punch presses, and shears. Ability to read and interpret blueprints accurately for dimensions, tolerances, and weld requirements. Ability to set up jigs and fixtures for welding to ensure proper alignment and repeatability. Strong measuring skills and ability to work accurately with tape measures and other measuring tools. Capability to adapt quickly to changing jobs and product types, thinking through tasks and executing with minimal supervision. Solid understanding of working with mild steel, aluminum, and stainless steel in a production setting. Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team. Demonstrated command skills and confidence to influence and guide others in a shop environment. Professional, respectful, and presentable demeanor suitable for a leadership-track role. Willingness to join and work within a unionized environment after completion of the probationary period. Additional Skills & Qualifications CWB (Canadian Welding Bureau) certification. Journeyman or Red Seal welder designation. Any additional welding tickets or certifications. Experience in plastics or metal manufacturing environments similar to the company’s operations. First Aid certification. Experience with TIG welding and robotic welding systems. Exposure to production welding, fitting, grinding, and assembly in a high-volume environment. Demonstrated leadership potential with an interest in progressing into a Charge Hand role overseeing the welding department. Ability to handle challenging interpersonal dynamics with thick skin and a focus on creating a positive, collaborative culture. Why Work Here? Employees benefit from a stable, long-term opportunity that emphasizes work-life balance, tenure, and internal growth. The organization offers long-term employment with comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, a pension plan, and pre-set wage increases each year. Team members enjoy a supportive, social culture with company lunches, barbecues, and a social club that organizes events such as golfing, go-karting, and paintball. The workplace provides a modern, brand-new lunchroom with a dedicated games area, including a pool table, darts, foosball, and a basketball hoop, fostering a friendly and engaging environment. Union membership offers additional security, structured progression, and priority consideration for a variety of internal job opportunities, supporting ongoing career development and advancement. Work Environment The role operates in a clean, modern, and well-lit production facility that works primarily with sheet metal and plastics for major retail and grocery clients across North America. The welding department was revamped in 2022 and features new welding booth bays, updated tools, and an organized layout designed for efficiency and safety. The team currently includes six welders, and the department is actively evolving to improve processes and culture. The position follows a rotating shift schedule, typically alternating one month on days and one month on afternoons. The morning shift runs Monday to Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The afternoon shift runs Monday to Thursday from 3:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., and Friday from 3:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. This structure provides predictable hours with a mix of daytime and evening work. Personal protective equipment is provided, and employees are required to bring their own welding helmet. A valid STWB is required. The environment offers plenty of air circulation and natural or bright lighting, contributing to a comfortable and safe workspace. The facility includes dedicated plastic and metal departments, with the welding area focused on fabrication and assembly of display products. The culture is in transition, with a clear mandate to move away from entrenched, unproductive behaviors toward a more positive, collaborative, and improvement-focused team atmosphere. Dress is typical of an industrial welding and fabrication environment, with appropriate workwear and safety gear expected at all times. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Surrey, BC. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $33.79 - $34.97/hr. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Surrey,BC. À propos d'Aerotek Aerotek® Inc. fournit des solutions de dotation en personnel et de services dans les domaines de la fabrication, de la logistique, de la construction, de l’aviation, des installations et de la maintenance. Nous offrons l’expertise, les solutions et les personnes nécessaires pour relever les défis de l’industrie nord-américaine. Basée à Hanover, au Maryland, Aerotek exploite un réseau unifié de plus de 200 bureaux à travers l’Amérique du Nord, soutenant plus de 18 000 clients chaque année. Aerotek est une entreprise du groupe Allegis, leader mondial en ressources humaines et solutions d’affaires. Pour en savoir plus, visitez: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK. Aerotek offre un salaire hebdomadaire, des avantages sociaux y compris des soins médicaux, des soins dentaires et des soins de la vue, ainsi qu’un programme d’aide aux employés et un programme de rabais. La société souscrit au principe d’égalité d’accès à l’emploi et examinera toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l’âge, de la couleur, de la religion, de l’origine nationale, du statut de vétéran, de handicap, de l’orientation sexuelle, de l’identité de genre, de l’information génétique ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi. Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco: Conformément à l’Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco, pour tous les postes situés dans la ville et le comté de San Francisco, nous examinerons les candidatures des personnes qualifiées ayant un casier judiciaire ou des antécédents criminels. Utilisation de l’intelligence artificielle (IA): Nous pouvons utiliser l’intelligence artificielle (IA) pour soutenir certaines étapes de notre processus d’embauche, notamment la recherche, la présélection et l’évaluation des candidatures. L’IA aide à analyser les candidatures et les qualifications, mais les décisions finales sont prises par notre équipe de recrutement. En soumettant votre candidature, vous reconnaissez et acceptez que celle-ci puisse être examinée à l’aide d’outils d’IA. About Aerotek Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs. 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. 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. Company DescriptionWe 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 meet 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 in solving 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.Company DescriptionWe 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 meet 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 in solving 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.