Mig Welder

Aerotek Is Hiring Mig Welders! ($22-26/hr)

Step into a hands-on role as a Mig Welder and be part of a team that turns raw metal into precision-crafted components! You'll work on a dynamic mix of sheet metal and structural steel projects, shaping everything from guards and chutes to covers and conveyors. Whether it's carbon or stainless steel, from 14-gauge to 1/4", your skill and artistry will bring essential structures to life. This position will pay based on a weld test between $22-$26/hr.

Responsibilities

• Perform Mig welding on carbon and stainless steel materials, ranging from 14-gauge to 1/4".
• Interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and sketches with accuracy to ensure top-quality results.
• Adjust welding equipment for optimal fusion and durability of metals.
• Select the best materials and gauges for each project, ensuring strength and efficiency.
• Utilize hand and power tools to refine and perfect each product.
• Remove slag, burrs, and sharp edges with grinders or sanders for a smooth finish.
• Inspect completed parts and label them with part numbers for easy identification.
• Safely operate forklifts or overhead cranes to move materials and keep the workflow smooth.

Essential Skills

• Over 3 years of Mig welding experience in a custom welding environment
• Able to read welding blueprints
• Experience with both carbon steel and stainless steel welding
• Ability to regulate welding equipment for optimal results

Why Work Here?

• Enjoy a full range of medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
• Secure your future with a 401(k) plan, featuring up to a 6% company match after just 60 days.
• Take advantage of generous time offstarting with 10 vacation days and increasing annually up to 25, plus PTO and floating holidays.
• Be part of a workplace that prioritizes work-life balance and fosters a positive, supportive team environment.

Work Environment

• Schedule: 1st shift, MondayFriday, 5:00 AM to 3:30 PM
• Optional Overtime: Up to 8 hours on Saturdays as needed

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/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 Rockford,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 5, 2025.