• Spot Welder

    Aerotek (St. Charles, IL)


    Spot Welder

    Job Description

    We are seeking a skilled welder responsible for preparing parts from raw materials, spot welding, and fabricating standard products. This role requires attention to detail and a commitment to quality.

    Responsibilities

    + Prepare parts needed for production from raw materials.

    + Spot weld and fabricate standard products.

    + Assist in monthly inventory count to ensure proper inventory control.

    + Inspect the quality of prepared raw materials before welding into each product and report discrepancies.

    + Assist in large project construction and assembly when necessary.

    + Measure and cut raw materials for fabricating parts as needed.

    + Position pieces to be spot welded using measuring instruments and hand tools according to layouts, work orders, blueprints, schematics, and sketches.

    + Log accurate data into the ERP system for productivity tracking.

    + Actively seek ways to improve the profitability and productivity of the company.

    Essential Skills

    + 6 months - 1 year machine operator experience with metal fabrication.

    + 1 year experience in a manufacturing environment.

    + 1-5 years of experience setting up and operating spot welders.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Previous spot-welding experience.

    + Experience within sheet metal or metal industries.

    + Ability to interpret documents and drawings.

    + Proficiency in mathematics to solve problems.

    + Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work.

    + Organized with attention to detail to optimize quality processes.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    We offer a unique opportunity to learn various metal fabrication equipment, fostering a culture that encourages skill development. Employees receive competitive benefits including 80% health, dental, and vision coverage after 60 days, a comprehensive insurance plan, and a 4% 401K match after 90 days. Our bonus program rewards performance and attendance, and we provide quarterly bonuses based on company production goals. Employees also benefit from a 10% shift differential for the 2nd shift.

     

    Work Environment

     

    Enjoy working in a clean, well-lit, climate-controlled sheet metal fabrication environment.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Charles, IL.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $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 Saint Charles,IL.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 26, 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.