• Mig Welder

    Aerotek (Rockford, IL)


    Job Title: MIG Welder

    Job Description

    The Welder is responsible for fabricating and welding metal components according to blueprints and specifications. This role involves operating welding equipment, ensuring quality standards, and maintaining a safe work environment.

    Responsibilities

    + Fabricate and weld metal components such as leg stands, cab shields, engine mounts, and light bars using MIG welding techniques.

    + Perform MIG tack welding to secure steel pieces prior to final welding.

    + Execute cosmetic MIG welds on finished products, including VBOX Hopper Spreaders.

    + Perform straight line and in-position/out-of-position MIG welding with consistency.

    + Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate welding specifications.

    + Inspect welds visually to ensure quality and adherence to specifications.

    + Operate hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment safely and effectively.

    + Cut, grind, and fit metal parts before welding.

    Essential Skills

    + Proficiency in MIG welding, with the ability to perform high-quality welds on steel and possibly aluminum.

    + Experience welding stainless steel with thicknesses ranging from 14 gauge to 3/4 inch plate.

    + Ability to read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, and specifications.

    + Strong fabrication skills, including cutting, grinding, and fitting metal parts.

    + Skill in visually inspecting welds for quality and adherence to specifications.

    + Experience using hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Around 2-3 years of experience working as a welder in a manufacturing environment.

    + Manual dexterity with steady hands and good hand-eye coordination.

    + Physical ability to stand for long periods, lift heavy materials, and work in various positions.

    + Knowledge of workplace safety practices, including PPE use and hazard recognition.

    + Attention to detail with precision in measurements and weld quality.

    + Time management skills to meet production deadlines without compromising quality.

    + Ability to collaborate effectively with other welders, fabricators, and engineers.

    + Problem-solving skills to identify and correct welding or fabrication issues.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rockford, IL 61109.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $23.00/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 61109.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Dec 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.