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TIG Welder

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled TIG Welder to join our team, specializing in welding stainless steel, aluminum, and cold roll steel. The ideal candidate will be proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints, and capable of performing precise welds within 12 to 22 gauge materials.

Responsibilities

+ Perform TIG welding on stainless steel, aluminum, and cold roll steel.

+ Read and interpret blueprints accurately to ensure precise welding.

+ Use equipment to maneuver larger metal pieces safely and efficiently.

+ Inspect finished welds for quality and polish welds as necessary.

+ Occasionally perform MIG welding when required, though minimally.

Essential Skills

+ Proficiency in TIG welding.

+ Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints.

+ Ability to use calipers for precise measurements.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience with brake press operations.

+ Skills in metal polishing.

+ Familiarity with laser/turret equipment.

Why Work Here?

Our company values its employees and offers comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, covering 80% of the cost after 60 days of employment. We have an attractive bonus program that provides an opportunity to earn an extra two weeks' pay based on performance, attendance, and company goals. Additionally, we offer a 4% 401K match after 90 days, a 10% shift differential for the second shift, and paid vacation after one year. Employees benefit from a supportive work culture with opportunities for career growth.

Work Environment

Our facility is a 63,000 square foot space equipped with the latest fabrication and welding technology, focused on serving various industries including restaurant, medical, telecommunications, and display markets. Employees work in a dynamic environment with first shift hours from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM and second shift hours from 4:30 PM to 1:00 AM. Training for second shift will be conducted on the first shift, ensuring comprehensive onboarding for all employees.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of West Chicago, Illinois.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $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 West Chicago,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 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.