Pipe Welder

MIG Welder | 1st Shift Build Quality Products. Join a Team That Values Skilled Welders. We're looking for an experienced MIG Welder to join our growing manufacturing team. In this role, you'll fabricate and weld a variety of sheet metal and structural steel products, including conveyors, tanks, frames, guards, chutes, covers, and more. If you take pride in your craftsmanship, can read blueprints, and enjoy working on custom metal fabrication projects, we'd love to hear from you. What You'll Do Perform MIG welding on carbon steel and stainless steel (14-gauge through 1/4") Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, sketches, and layouts Fit, fabricate, and assemble metal products to specifications Use grinders, sanders, and hand tools to finish welded products Inspect completed parts for quality and accuracy Mark and identify finished components correctly Operate forklifts and overhead cranes to move materials and finished products Maintain a safe and organized work area What We're Looking For MIG welding experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings Experience measuring and working accurately with tape measures Strong fitting, grinding, and metal finishing skills Ability to safely use hand tools and power tools Forklift and overhead crane experience is a plus Why You'll Love Working Here We believe great employees deserve great benefits. Our benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) with company match up to 6% Eligibility for benefits after 60 days Paid vacation starting at 10 days per year Additional vacation earned annually, up to 25 days PTO and 8 paid holidays Employee appreciation perks, including cold drinks and frozen treats during the summer Schedule 1st Shift: 5:00 AM - 3:30 PM Standard 8-hour workday with overtime opportunities Up to 10-hour shifts as business needs require Saturday work available Work Environment Our fabrication facility combines modern manufacturing with historic character. The building is well-lit, features large windows, and provides a team-oriented atmosphere. Seasonal temperature changes are managed with fans and open-air ventilation during warmer months. Apply Today! If you're a dependable welder who enjoys hands-on work, takes pride in quality craftsmanship, and wants to join a stable team with excellent benefits, we encourage you to apply today. Job Type & Location: This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rockford, IL. Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $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 Rockford, IL. Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Oct 8, 2026.