Welder - 1st Shift**
**Job Description**
We are seeking a skilled welder to join our dynamic team on the 1st shift. The role involves MIG welding on various steel and metals, ranging from 1/8th inch to 1/4 inch in thickness. Occasionally, you may be required to weld on stainless steel. You will perform both cosmetic and structural welds, contributing to the manufacturing of storage structures used in libraries and conveying systems. The product sizes vary, which means weld sizes will differ accordingly.
**Responsibilities**
+ Perform MIG welding on steel/metals with thickness ranging from 1/8th inch to 1/4 inch.
+ Conduct cosmetic and structural welds on various products.
+ Read and interpret blueprints accurately.
+ Utilize welding equipment and tools efficiently.
+ Weld on aluminum and occasionally on stainless steel.
+ Assist in assembling pieces after welding when required.
**Essential Skills**
+ Proficiency in MIG welding with some TIG welding experience.
+ Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
+ Experience with 1/8th inch to 1/4 inch thin material.
+ Familiarity with welding equipment and tools.
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ Welding certificate is required.
+ Experience with structural and cosmetic welding is advantageous.
**Why Work Here?**
Joining our team offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the community by assisting in manufacturing hospital beds for medical facilities in the Chicago area. You will be part of a unionized workforce, specifically the Ironworkers Regional Shop Local 853, ensuring fair labor practices and benefits. Additionally, upon becoming a permanent employee, you will receive a pay raise, enhancing your career growth and financial stability.
**Work Environment**
This position operates within a heavy manufacturing environment, characterized by punch presses and brake presses throughout the facility. The atmosphere is very loud and fast-paced, requiring attention to detail and adaptability. The work schedule is from 6:00am to 2:00pm on the 1st shift.
**Job Type & Location**
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Aurora, Illinois.
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 Aurora,IL.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 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.
**Job Description**
We are seeking a skilled welder to join our dynamic team on the 1st shift. The role involves MIG welding on various steel and metals, ranging from 1/8th inch to 1/4 inch in thickness. Occasionally, you may be required to weld on stainless steel. You will perform both cosmetic and structural welds, contributing to the manufacturing of storage structures used in libraries and conveying systems. The product sizes vary, which means weld sizes will differ accordingly.
**Responsibilities**
+ Perform MIG welding on steel/metals with thickness ranging from 1/8th inch to 1/4 inch.
+ Conduct cosmetic and structural welds on various products.
+ Read and interpret blueprints accurately.
+ Utilize welding equipment and tools efficiently.
+ Weld on aluminum and occasionally on stainless steel.
+ Assist in assembling pieces after welding when required.
**Essential Skills**
+ Proficiency in MIG welding with some TIG welding experience.
+ Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
+ Experience with 1/8th inch to 1/4 inch thin material.
+ Familiarity with welding equipment and tools.
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ Welding certificate is required.
+ Experience with structural and cosmetic welding is advantageous.
**Why Work Here?**
Joining our team offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the community by assisting in manufacturing hospital beds for medical facilities in the Chicago area. You will be part of a unionized workforce, specifically the Ironworkers Regional Shop Local 853, ensuring fair labor practices and benefits. Additionally, upon becoming a permanent employee, you will receive a pay raise, enhancing your career growth and financial stability.
**Work Environment**
This position operates within a heavy manufacturing environment, characterized by punch presses and brake presses throughout the facility. The atmosphere is very loud and fast-paced, requiring attention to detail and adaptability. The work schedule is from 6:00am to 2:00pm on the 1st shift.
**Job Type & Location**
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Aurora, Illinois.
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 Aurora,IL.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 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.
Job ID: 486802304
Originally Posted on: 7/25/2025
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