Welding Side Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

Job Description

This contract-to-hire Welder position focuses on MIG welding aluminum in a fully on-site manufacturing environment. You will weld aluminum components using .035 wire, assemble trailer parts, and work both inside trailer bins and on the shop floor. You will read and interpret blueprints to determine weld types, measurements, and positions, contributing directly to the production of high-quality aluminum feed transportation equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding on aluminum using .035 wire, ensuring strong, clean, and consistent welds.
• Climb into trailer bins and weld aluminum parts together in confined and elevated positions as needed.
• Stand for extended periods while welding and tacking various parts of trailers to prepare them for final assembly.
• Read and interpret blueprints to determine weld locations, weld types, measurements, and welding positions.
• Measure and mark materials accurately using a tape measure to ensure precise fit and alignment of components.
• Assemble and fit aluminum and steel parts prior to welding, following production specifications and work instructions.
• Work collaboratively within the welding department and coordinate with service and final assembly departments as required.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area in a general shop environment.
• Adapt to different shifts after initial training and maintain consistent productivity and quality across assigned hours.
• Participate in performance evaluations at designated intervals and incorporate feedback to improve skills and efficiency.

Essential Skills

• At least 6 months of MIG welding experience.
• At least 1 year of on-the-job welding experience in a production or similar environment.
• At least 6 months of experience welding steel or aluminum.
• Proficiency in MIG welding aluminum using .035 wire.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and welding symbols.
• Ability to accurately read and use a tape measure for measurements and layout.
• Experience with welding in various positions, including inside trailers and on standing platforms.
• Attention to detail to ensure weld quality, accuracy of measurements, and adherence to specifications.
• Ability to work different shifts as required by production needs.
• Physical ability to climb into trailers and work in a general shop environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with aluminum welding in a manufacturing or fabrication setting.
• Experience in fabrication, including fitting and assembling components prior to welding.
• Familiarity with additional welding processes such as flux core and TIG welding.
• Strong blueprint reading skills, including interpretation of dimensions, weld symbols, and assembly details.
• Ability to work effectively in a team within service, welding, and final assembly departments.
• Solid work ethic and willingness to learn quickly during initial training on the first shift.

Why Work Here?

The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package and a culture that rewards performance and growth. Team members benefit from profit sharing, competitive pay with strong raise potential, and structured 90-day and 6-month performance evaluations to recognize and support development. Employees receive paid vacation and holidays, access to 401(k) and Roth retirement plans, and medical, dental, and vision insurance. The company also provides paid group life and AD&D coverage and offers opportunities across multiple shifts to support different scheduling needs.

Work Environment

The role is fully on-site in a manufacturing facility on the southwest side of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, producing a broad range of aluminum feed transportation equipment. The environment resembles a general shop, typically cool in the winter and warm in the summer. The facility includes three main departments: a service department for repairing existing equipment, a welding department for fabricating and welding equipment, and a final assembly department for completing trailer hookups. All new hires train on the first shift for the first couple of weeks, typically working either 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. or 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. After training, employees may move to other shifts, which include a second shift and a third shift from 9:30 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., depending on production needs and individual learning pace. The position requires working in a hands-on, industrial setting with standard welding and fabrication equipment and climbing into trailers as part of daily tasks.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cedar Rapids, IA.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $24.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Cedar Rapids,IA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 2026.

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:
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.