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Job Title: Welder
$23- 25
Job Description
This position is for a MIG Welder/Fabricator who will support the manufacturing of conveyor systems. The role requires interpreting blueprints, gathering appropriate materials, setting up jigs and fixtures, tacking components in place, and performing finish welds.
Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding as required per job order.
• Read blueprints for proper setup of products and builds.
• Set-up, operate, and maintain MIG welding machine and accessories.
• Assemble and manufacture weldments to prints, sketches, or instructions.
• Take responsibility and initiative for weld inspections and repairs.
• Ship, grind, and prepare surfaces before and after welding as required.
• Weld mild and stainless steels.
• Make various types and sizes of welds, such as groove, lap, butt, and tee.
• Handle or position work with or without fixtures as required.
• Complete tasks with minimal supervision and attention to detail.
• Use manual machinery to fabricate own parts and fixtures.
• Operate forklifts and overhead cranes if needed.

Essential Skills

• Entry-level trade school or 2 to 3 years of experience with MIG welding of mild and stainless steel.
• Ability to interpret and read blueprints.
• Utilize fabrication tools such as band saws, saws, and grinders.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Welding school and training would be a plus.
• Ability to operate forklifts and overhead cranes is a plus.

Why Work Here?
Join a medium-sized, family-owned company that offers good hours and a positive work environment. Employees are appreciated through lunches and other events. There is an opportunity for advancement, with management open to cross-training into different roles such as welding, machining, electrical, and mechanical assembly. Routine performance reviews are conducted, and top performers may have the opportunity to go permanent.
Work Environment
Work in a medium-sized fabrication and welding production shop with 20-25 employees on the shop floor. The facility is equipped with overhead cranes and other industrial equipment. Enjoy a team-oriented environment with a focus on safety and quality.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Downers Grove, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $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 Downers Grove,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 20, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek\u00AE 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.