Welder

Job Description

Job Description

MIG Welder – All Shifts Available (1st, 2nd, 3rd)

JOB IS LOCATED IN University Park, Illinois, 60484, United States

Will considered experience welders, as well as trade school graduates!

Starting Pay: $19.50/hour plus differential for 2nd and 3rd shift.

Potential for pay increases based on performance

Shifts:

1st shift: 6:30 AM – 3:30 PM

2nd shift: 3:30 PM – 11:00 PM

3rd shift: 10:30 PM – 6:30 AM

Job Overview:

We are hiring MIG Welders to work in a manufacturing environment welding mild steel. You will work in your own welding booth and complete parts based on production goals.

Responsibilities:

• Perform MIG welding on mild steel (mostly 12 gauge)
• Weld in horizontal and vertical positions
• Use grinders and basic hand tools
• Read blueprints when needed
• Move materials using carts
• Meet production goals
• Keep work area clean and safe

Requirements:

• MIG welding experience
• Ability to read a tape measure
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs
• Experience using hand tools (grinders, wrenches, etc.)
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment

Preferred (not required):

• 1+ year of welding experience
• Welding school or certification
• Experience in fabrication or production

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Profit sharing
• Paid time off

Work Environment:

Industrial manufacturing facility with individual welding booths. Equipment includes welding tables, presses, and saws. PPE required (some provided).

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of University Park, IL.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $20.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in University Park,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 10, 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.

Company Description

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.