• Mig Welder

    Aerotek (Rockford, IL)


    Job Title: MIG Welder

    Job Description

    A Welder performs welding processes for the fabrication and assembly of metal carts, cabinets, or stainless tables and carts. The role requires the ability to stand, sit, walk, bend, twist, stoop, pull, push, assemble, and carry for extended periods of time, up to 10 hours per day. The welder should be capable of lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds regularly and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance from another team member.

    Responsibilities

    + Determine the appropriate welding process, equipment, or method based on product requirements.

    + Set up components for welding according to job specifications.

    + Follow all safe manufacturing, material handling, and PPE procedures.

    + Follow written and verbal directions to complete assignments or jobs.

    + Perform all duties in accordance with company procedures.

    + Conduct quality checks of all finished processes and work.

    + Maintain a clean and clutter-free work area.

    + Perform other duties as assigned.

    Essential Skills

    + MIG welding

    + TIG welding

    + Fabrication

    + Experience in steel welding

    + Welding certificate or 1-3 years of on-the-job MIG welding experience

    + Proficient with hand and power tools

    + Proficient in using a tape measure and reading blueprints

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Ability to combine schooling and on-the-job experience

     

    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 $19.00 - $22.00/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 Rockford,IL.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 14, 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.