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Robotic Welder – Build the Future with Us

Ready to take your welding skills to the next level? Join a team where innovation meets tradition. With over 107 years of excellence, we’re looking for talented welders who want to be part of something bigger.

What You’ll Do:

+ Operate state-of-the-art robotic welding machines in a fast-paced production setting

+ Use gauges and measuring tools to ensure every part meets top-tier quality standards

+ Read and interpret blueprints to bring precision and accuracy to every project

+ Set up fixtures, load parts, and run welding programs with confidence

+ Lead with skill — your expertise in MIG and robotic welding will help shape the final product

What You Bring:

+ Solid experience in MIG and robotic welding

+ Ability to read blueprints and understand weld processes

+ Certification in Weld Technology, especially robotic programming

+ At least 6 years as a robotic welder or 2 years as a weld technician

+ Willingness to learn FANUC and Panasonic MIG welding robots

Bonus Skills:

+ Experience in fabrication and spot welding

+ High school diploma or GED

Why You’ll Love It Here:

+ Work Monday through Thursday with 10-hour shifts — enjoy long weekends and optional Friday overtime

+ Competitive benefits: health, dental, vision, and 401k with up to 6% match

+ Safety gear reimbursements and educational support to help you grow

+ A clean, well-equipped facility with a team that values your work and your well-being

Work Environment:

First shift runs from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday–Thursday. The shop stays clean and organized, with fans at each station to keep things comfortable during warmer months.

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 $18.00 - $25.00/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.