Welder

at Aerotek in Crystal Lake, Illinois, United States Job Description Entry-Level MIG Welder's Needed! (2nd Shift) Production Environment | Growth Opportunity Looking to start or grow your welding career? We're hiring an Entry-Level MIG Welder to join our team! Whether you just finished school or have some production experience, this is a great opportunity to get steady hours, hands-on experience, and a path to a long-term career. What You'll Do + Set up and operate MIG welding equipment (steel & aluminum) + Perform high-volume production welding (tack, assembly, and finishing) + Read and follow blueprints and weld symbols + Inspect welds for quality using visual checks and basic measurements + Grind and finish welds to meet specifications + Track production and report any issues + Maintain a clean, safe workspace + Work with your team to meet daily production goals What We're Looking For + MIG welding experience (production or manufacturing preferred) + Ability to weld 16-12 gauge steel + Welding certificate or formal training + Basic blueprint and weld symbol reading skills + Experience with grinders and fabrication tools + Strong attention to detail + Able to perform repetitive tasks in a fast-paced environment Why You'll Love This Job + Contract-to-hire with clear advancement opportunities + Weekly pay + scheduled raises + Full benefits package , including: + Medical, dental, and vision insurance + FSA / HSA options + 401(k) with company match + PTO , personal days, and education reimbursement + Clean, organized facility + Team-focused environment with supportive leadership Schedule & Work Environment + 2nd

Shift:

2:00 PM

• 10:00 PM (plus overtime) + Shift differential available + Consistent overtime opportunities + Modern, team-based production facility Apply Today Applying takes just a few minutes on your phone! We're looking for welders who take pride in their work and want to build a long-term career
• we'd love to meet you! Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Crystal Lake, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $45760.00
• $49920.

00/yr. Health, Vision, Dental, PTO , & 401k Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Crystal Lake,IL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 26, 2026. 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.

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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools. To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account