Laser Welder @ Aerotek

Job Title: Laser WelderJob DescriptionJoin a growing sheet metal container division where you will operate advanced laser welding equipment to fabricate high-quality stainless steel components. This role focuses on precision welding of thin-gauge sheet metal, using laser welding as the primary process and TIG/MIG welding as needed, while interpreting blueprints and contributing to a busy, high-output fabrication environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate laser welding machines to weld thin sheet metal, typically 1 mm and 3 mm thick stainless steel 304.
• Set up laser welding equipment, including wire feed systems, and verify proper temperature and amperage settings before production runs.
• Perform TIG and MIG welding operations when required to support fabrication and assembly work.
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings to prepare sheet metal for fabrication and ensure accurate weld locations and dimensions.
• Prepare, position, and fit sheet metal components for welding, ensuring proper alignment and fit-up.
• Perform welding fitting and structural welding tasks on stainless steel and other materials as needed.
• Inspect welds for quality, accuracy, and structural integrity, and make adjustments to processes to meet specifications.
• Operate laser equipment and related tools safely, following all shop safety procedures and guidelines.
• Collaborate with team members across fabrication and clean shop areas to maintain workflow and meet production schedules.
• Help maintain an organized work area in a large, high-activity open shop environment.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on laser welding experience with thin-gauge sheet metal.
• Proficiency in welding thin metals, including 1 mm and 3 mm thick sheet metal.
• Experience welding stainless steel, specifically SS 304.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints for fabrication and welding work.
• Experience with TIG welding in a production or fabrication environment.
• Experience with MIG welding in a production or fabrication environment.
• Practical knowledge of welding fitting and structural welding techniques.
• Ability to set up and operate laser welding machines, including wire feed systems and process parameters.
• Understanding of fabrication processes for sheet metal containers and structural components.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with aerospace welding or work to similar high-quality standards.
• Background in fitting and fabrication within large shop environments.
• Familiarity with operating in multiple shop areas, such as finish, fabrication, and clean shops.
• BvA qualification (as applicable to welding or fabrication).

Why Work Here? You will join a stable and consistently busy organization with a long-standing core product line and a rapidly growing new division, offering strong job security and steady hours. Because laser welding skills are highly specialized, you will be part of a small, valued group of experts and have opportunities to stay consistently engaged with meaningful, hands-on work.

Work EnvironmentWork in a very large, open-air fabrication facility with multiple shops dedicated to trailer chassis and sheet metal container production. The environment is non-climate-controlled with open bay doors and ample fans to promote airflow. There are three primary shop areasfinish shop, fabrication shop, and clean shopwith approximately 100 people across all locations. You will be part of a small team of laser welders, with a goal of growing from one to three specialists.

The role is on the day shift only, typically Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with the possibility of extended hours from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. during busy periods, and Saturday work from 6:00 a.m. to noon. It is common to work 50 to 60+ hours per week. The dress code includes steel-toe footwear, jeans, a work shirt, and safety glasses, reflecting a hands-on industrial shop environment focused on safety and productivity.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pearland, TX.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $24.00 - $30.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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)

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 12, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Pearland,TX.

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, 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

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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