Job description
Job Description Job Description MIG/MAG Welder - 3rd Shift: Sterling, Illinois Our customer in Sterling, Illinois, is seeking an experienced MIG/MAG Welder to join their team on 3rd shift. In this role, you will perform manual MIG welding operations, set up and adjust welding equipment, inspect finished welds, and support production goals while maintaining quality and safety standards. Responsibilities of the MIG/MAG Welder:
- Set up and manually operate MIG welding equipment to weld radiator stiffener components.
- Adjust welding parameters, including voltage, amperage, gas flow, wire feed speed, and travel speed.
- Operate oxygen/acetylene torch equipment as required for welding operations.
- Set up, operate, and troubleshoot welding machines and related equipment.
- Read and interpret blueprints, engineering prints, and job traveler packets.
- Measure components using metric tape measures to ensure dimensional accuracy.
- Install and verify hardware according to engineering prints and job requirements.
- Inspect welds and completed products to ensure quality standards are met.
- Support cross-training initiatives and assist in other production areas as needed.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with 5S standards.
- Follow all company safety procedures and properly utilize required PPE.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Combination of technical school training and/or hands-on MIG welding experience.
- Proficiency with welding tools, equipment, and fabrication techniques.
- Experience performing multi-thickness welding.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and production documents.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality welds.
- Ability to troubleshoot equipment issues and make necessary adjustments.
- Stable work history with demonstrated longevity in previous positions.
- Ability to stand and work on feet for long periods of time.
- Ability to lift and carry materials.
- Ability to work in a manufacturing setting.
- Health insurance.
- Paid time off
- 401k with company match.
- Paid weekly.
- Direct deposit.
- Paid training.
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