Travel Mig Welder

Travel Mig Welder

This role involves performing production MIG welding in a manufacturing environment, primarily on JLG baskets and A-frames, while traveling as needed. You will use your welding skills, blueprint reading ability, and fabrication knowledge to produce high-quality welds that meet established standards and pass both practical and written assessments.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding on JLG baskets, A-frames, and related components in a production environment.
• Read and interpret blueprints and weld symbols to complete welding tasks accurately.
• Pass and maintain proficiency in a horizontal MIG welding test as required.
• Complete a written test related to welding processes, safety, and quality standards.
• Use tools such as grinders and tape measures to prepare, fit, and finish welded components.
• Measure and verify dimensions using tape measures and basic math to ensure parts meet specifications.
• Follow established fabrication procedures and work instructions to maintain consistency and quality.
• Inspect welds visually and make necessary adjustments to meet quality and safety requirements.
• Work effectively on a 3rd shift schedule, meeting production goals and timelines.
• Maintain a strong attendance record and reliability to support continuous production operations.
• Adhere to all safety policies and practices in a manufacturing welding facility.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with safety and quality standards.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working on structural components such as baskets, frames, or similar assemblies.
• Comfort working on 3rd shift in a high-paced production setting.
• Ability to follow detailed work instructions and quality standards.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing consistent, high-quality welds.

Why Work Here?

You can benefit from competitive pay and the opportunity to earn additional income through overtime. The role offers consistent production work in a stable manufacturing environment, allowing you to develop and refine your MIG welding skills while working with established processes and equipment.

Work Environment

This position is based in a typical manufacturing welding facility focused on production welding. You will work primarily on 3rd shift in a production line setting, handling MIG welding tasks on JLG baskets, A-frames, and similar components. The environment includes standard welding equipment, grinders, measuring tools, and fabrication stations. You can expect a structured, process-driven atmosphere with an emphasis on safety, quality, and meeting production targets.

Job Type & Location

This is a contract position based out of Indianapolis, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $33.00/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 Indianapolis, IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 18, 2026.