MIG Welder

Job Title: MIG Welder
Job Description
This role offers an excellent opportunity for a welder to develop and refine MIG welding skills in a supportive, small-company environment. You will perform MIG welding and fabrication work, read and interpret blueprints, measure parts with precision tools, and help maintain a clean, organized work area while supporting production in welding bays.
Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding on assigned parts and assemblies according to specifications and quality standards.
• Grind welds and parts to clean up weld metal and ensure smooth, finished surfaces.
• Read and interpret blueprints to understand dimensions, tolerances, and welding requirements.
• Use calipers and micrometers to accurately measure Auger Flight and other components.
• Verify that welded parts meet required measurements and quality criteria before moving to the next stage.
• Clean and organize the welding station to maintain a safe and efficient work area.
• Assist in prepping welding bays, including staging materials and coordinating with helpers.
• Follow all safety procedures and use required protective equipment, including a welding helmet.
• Communicate effectively with team members to support smooth workflow and production goals.
• Participate in training and skill development activities to improve welding and fabrication capabilities.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on MIG welding experience in a fabrication or training environment.
• Understanding of weld symbols and their application in fabrication work.
• Basic fabrication skills, including working with metal components and assemblies.
• Ability to use calipers and micrometers for precise measurement of parts.
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality welds and finished parts.
• Ability to maintain a clean, organized workstation and follow safety protocols.
• Welding certificate from a high school or technical school program preferred but not required.

Why Work Here?
You will join a company with a genuine small-company, small-town culture that values growth, understanding, and second chances. Entry-level welders receive hands-on training and support, making this an ideal environment for new graduates or those with classroom welding experience who need practical experience to advance their careers. The team is known for being accommodating and willing to work with employees circumstances to retain and develop good talent, offering a supportive atmosphere where you can build skills and long-term stability.
Work Environment
This is a first-shift position with typical hours from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with occasional Saturday work as needed. The setting is a fabrication and welding shop where doors may open frequently, so it can be cold in the winter and dressing warmly is important. The dress code includes jeans without holes, boots, and a T-shirt, and you must provide and wear your own welding helmet. The environment emphasizes safety, practical hands-on work, and collaboration in a production-focused shop.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Orion, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $25.00/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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Orion,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2026.

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:
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.