Job Title: Shift MIG WelderJob DescriptionThe Welder is responsible for fabricating and welding metal components according to blueprints and specifications. This role involves operating welding equipment, ensuring quality standards, and maintaining a safe work environment.Responsibilities
- Perform MIG welding on parts such as leg stands, cab shields, engine mounts, and light bars.
- Conduct MIG tack welding to hold steel pieces together before finishing.
- Execute cosmetic MIG welds for VBOX Hopper Spreaders, including straight line, in position, and out of position welds.
- Inspect welds visually for quality and adherence to specifications.
Essential Skills
- Proficiency in MIG welding on steel and possibly aluminum.
- Experience welding stainless steel with thickness from 14 gauge to 3/4 inch plate.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and welding symbols.
- Fabrication skills including cutting, grinding, and fitting metal parts.
- Experience using hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment safely and effectively.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- 2-3 years of experience as a welder in a manufacturing environment or a received a certificate from a weld trade school.
- Manual dexterity with steady hands and good hand-eye coordination.
- Physical stamina to stand for long periods, lift heavy materials, and work in various positions.
- Safety awareness including knowledge of PPE use and hazard recognition.
- Attention to detail for precision in measurements and weld quality.
- Time management skills to meet production deadlines without compromising quality.
- Teamwork skills for collaborating with other welders, fabricators, and engineers.
- Problem-solving skills to identify and correct welding or fabrication issues.
Why Work Here?We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance plans, as well as a Flexible Spending Account. Our 401(k) plan comes with a company match, and we provide company-paid life insurance. Employees enjoy paid vacation, disability insurance, paid holidays, and an excellent safety record. We believe in career growth opportunities, with promotions from within and annual reviews for potential compensation increases.Work EnvironmentWork is on the 1st shift from 5am to 1:30pm, with the expectation to work until 3:30pm. The manufacturing environment reflects outside temperatures, especially in summer, with water stations and ice pops available to help manage the heat. The facility is busy with materials laid out neatly and forklifts operating throughout, requiring awareness of surroundings. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Monroe Center, IL. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $20.00 - $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) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Monroe Center, IL. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 23, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Monroe Center,IL.
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.
