Welder

Welder

Competitive Pay | All Shifts Available | Career Growth Opportunities | Modern Manufacturing Facility

Are you looking to build a long-term career in welding and fabrication? Join a growing manufacturing company where you'll work with modern MIG welding equipment, produce high-quality metal components, and have opportunities to advance your skills and career. We are hiring entry-level, intermediate, and experienced welders who are motivated to learn and grow.

What You'll Do

As a Welder, you'll be responsible for fabricating and assembling metal components through production MIG welding. Working from blueprints and weld specifications, you'll help produce quality products that meet customer and company standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, weld symbols, and production drawings.

• Set up and operate MIG welding equipment safely and efficiently.

• Weld, fit, and assemble metal components according to specifications.

• Perform manual welding and fixture welding in a production environment.

• Position, align, and secure materials using clamps, fixtures, jigs, and welding tables.

• Inspect completed welds and products for quality, appearance, and dimensional accuracy.

• Identify and correct welding defects or fit-up issues as needed.

• Utilize grinders, drills, saws, and other fabrication tools to prepare and finish parts.

• Complete finishing work including grinding, smoothing, cleanup, and touch-up welding.

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment while following all company safety procedures.

• Collaborate with supervisors and team members to meet production schedules and quality standards.

Qualifications

Required Skills

• MIG welding experience gained through manufacturing, trade school, technical training, or hands-on work experience.

• Ability to read and understand blueprints, welding symbols, and technical drawings.

• Basic math and measuring skills.

• Knowledge of weld quality standards and common weld defects.

• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and fabrication equipment.

• Ability to pass a weld test if required.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Willingness to work overtime when production demands require it.

Preferred Qualifications

• Welding certification or formal welding education.

• High school diploma or GED.

• Previous manufacturing or fabrication experience.

• Experience with production welding and blueprint reading.

• Familiarity with grinders, drills, saws, and fabrication equipment.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.

• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Why Join Our Team?

Multiple Experience Levels Welcome

• Entry-level, intermediate, and experienced welders are encouraged to apply.

Career Growth Opportunities

• Advancement into lead, fabrication, training, and supervisory positions.

Modern Equipment

• Work with quality welding equipment, fixtures, and fabrication tools in a well-maintained facility.

Stable Manufacturing Environment

• Join a growing company focused on long-term success and employee development.

Develop Your Skills

• Cross-training opportunities and exposure to various welding and fabrication processes.

Team-Oriented Culture

• Work alongside experienced professionals who value quality, safety, and craftsmanship.

Work Environment

This position is based in a clean, organized manufacturing facility equipped with modern MIG welding stations, fixtures, clamps, grinders, drills, saws, and fabrication equipment. Employees work in a production-focused environment where safety, quality, and teamwork are top priorities.

Shift Availability

• 1st Shift

• 2nd Shift

• 3rd Shift

Build a Career, Not Just a Job

Whether you're a recent welding graduate looking for your first opportunity or an experienced welder seeking career growth, this position offers the chance to develop your skills, increase your earnings, and build a long-term future with a growing manufacturing company.

Apply today and put your welding skills to work with a company that invests in your success.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of East Peoria, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $34.00/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 East Peoria,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 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.