2nd Shift MIG Welder - New Hire Bonus & Benefits

Caterpillar; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 benefits

Company provided PPE

Safety boot reimbursement

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in East Peoria, IL is hiring MIG welders for the 2nd shift (Sun-Thu 10:00 pm–6:00 am). This full-time production welding role offers Day 1 benefits, PPE, safety gear, and a structured training path including weld qualification testing.

You will perform MIG and GMAW welding on steel components, operate robotic welders, and follow standard work and safety procedures. A minimum of 1 year welding experience or a welding certification is required, with ability to weld 1/2 inch steel

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of production MIG or GMAW welding experience in an industrial setting.
• A welding certification from an accredited college or institution.
• Experience welding steel 1/2 inch thickness or greater.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG and GMAW welding on steel components.
• Weld plain and alloy steel in all positions.
• Operate robotic welding equipment in a production environment.
• Follow standard work, safety procedures, and quality requirements.
• Perform carbon arc cutting and gouging.
• Use overhead cranes and jib cranes to position materials.

Skills

MIG welding

GMAW welding

Basic computer skills

Teamwork

Education

Welding certification

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. in East Peoria, IL is hiring MIG welders for the 2nd shift (Sun-Thu 10:00 pm–6:00 am). This full-time production welding role offers Day 1 benefits, PPE, safety gear, and a structured training path including weld qualification testing.

You will perform MIG and GMAW welding on steel components, operate robotic welders, and follow standard work and safety procedures. A minimum of 1 year welding experience or a welding certification is required, with ability to weld 1/2 inch steel