Associate Welder Jobs in Rochester, MN (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Shipping Associate
Job Description

The Shipping Associate supports daily operations in a production facility by performing a variety of material handling tasks, including moving, organizing, and preparing materials and products for shipment. This role works closely with production and warehouse teams to ensure that materials flow efficiently and accurately through the manufacturing process.

Responsibilities

• Assist with material handling duties throughout the production facility, including moving, staging, and organizing materials and finished products.
• Support shipping activities by preparing materials and products for shipment according to established procedures and safety guidelines.
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to load, unload, and transport items safely within the facility, if qualified.
• Work in collaboration with production and warehouse staff to ensure materials are available where and when needed.
• Use hand tools and power tools as needed to support assembly, packaging, or material preparation tasks.
• Follow production, manufacturing, and warehouse processes to maintain an efficient workflow.
• Assist with basic inventory-related tasks, such as counting, organizing, and tracking materials and products.
• Read and follow basic instructions and production information, including simple blueprints or diagrams when required.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in compliance with facility safety standards.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times and follow all safety policies and procedures.

Essential Skills

• Experience working in a production, manufacturing, or general labor environment.
• Background in material handling or warehouse operations.
• Ability to perform physically active work, including lifting, moving, and handling materials throughout the shift.
• Familiarity with hand tools and power tools used in a manufacturing or assembly setting.
• Basic understanding of reading and following simple blueprints or work instructions.
• Forklift operation experience.
• Experience working with inventory or in a warehouse setting.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and use required PPE consistently.
• Reliable attendance and ability to work the assigned 1st shift schedule.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience as a material handler, assembler, or general laborer in a manufacturing environment.
• Comfort working around welding operations and related tools.
• Ownership of a personal welding helmet and basic tools.
• Strong teamwork skills and willingness to assist with additional tasks as needed.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a busy production environment.

Why Work Here?

You will join a small, close-knit, family-oriented manufacturing organization where people actively support one another and step in to help wherever needed. The environment encourages teamwork, collaboration, and a strong work ethic, offering the opportunity to learn different aspects of production and material handling. You can expect a stable, full-time role on a consistent first-shift schedule in a setting where your contributions are visible and valued.

Work Environment

This role is based in a manufacturing facility within a small, family-oriented organization of approximately 60 full-time employees. The work is performed on a 1st shift schedule: 6:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on Friday. The environment is active and hands-on, involving production, material handling, and warehouse operations. You will work around manufacturing equipment, hand tools, power tools, forklifts, and welding activities. The dress code requires jeans, a T-shirt, and steel-toed boots, along with mandatory personal protective equipment such as safety glasses and ear plugs, which are provided by the company. Candidates must bring their own welding helmet and tools. The facility emphasizes safety, teamwork, and a willingness to take on additional work to support overall production needs.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rochester, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Rochester,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 10, 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.

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:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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.

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 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.