2nd Shift - MIG Welder

MIG Welder Job Description Join our team as a MIG Welder where you will be instrumental in manufacturing stainless steel tanks for the dairy industry, ensuring that most welds meet food-grade or sanitary standards. Utilize your skills in welding, grinding, and fabrication to work primarily with MIG on stainless and aluminum materials using Lincoln welders. This role also offers opportunities to get certified in-house in TIG welding. Responsibilities Perform MIG welding on stainless steel and aluminum for tank production in various positions including flat, horizontal, vertical, or overhead. Clamp, hold, tack-weld, heat-bend, bolt, custom fabricate, or grind materials to meet technical requirements and create the final welded product. Control fitting, burning, and welding processes to prevent overheating, distortion, expansion, or shrinkage of parts. Read and understand basic prints/drawings. Problem-solve fabrication tasks independently. Execute overhead welding efficiently. Essential Skills Proficiency in MIG welding with over 3 years of experience. Strong skills in stainless steel welding, blueprint reading, and fabrication. Ability to set up and weld any metals unsupervised using MIG and TIG. Proficient in troubleshooting and problem-solving in tank production. Ability to identify correct metal and process for orders. Additional Skills & Qualifications Ability to train and supervise multiple individuals (5-10 people). Expertise in welding various thicknesses of metal. Self-motivated with a capacity for working independently. Efficiency in work processes at 95-100%. Why Work Here? Enjoy comprehensive benefits including a 401k plan with a 3% match, holiday pay, and a premium for 2nd shift. Benefit from 3-5% annual raises, great insurance options, and a week of paid vacation after 90 days along with a potential raise. You'll receive 8 PTO days in your first year and paid holidays. Take advantage of opportunities for cross-training, in-house welding certification, and working in a state-of-the-art facility with a fitness center, cafeteria, and more. The company supports continuous learning through partnerships and tuition reimbursement. Work Environment Work on the 2nd shift from Monday to Thursday, 3:30 PM to 2:00 AM, with overtime opportunities available after training. Voluntary overtime is available on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. The work environment includes a new, state-of-the-art facility with AI-integrated security, a workout facility, cafeteria, arcade, and more. Employees are supported with a structured PTO system and have access to various company-sponsored activities and amenities. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $26.00/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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Poplar Grove,IL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 13, 2025. About Aerotek: 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 meets 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 solving for 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. 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.