2nd Shift Welder

Prince Industries Inc.; Batavia (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Prince Industries Inc. is seeking a skilled Welder to set up and operate MIG/TIG welding, fabricating metal parts per customer specifications. You will review drawings and symbols to ensure accurate welds.

The role requires 5+ years of MIG/TIG welding experience with carbon, stainless steel, and aluminum, and the ability to read blueprints and perform precise measurements. Second shift hours: 3:30pm–2:00am, with strong safety and teamwork emphasis.

Qualifications

• 5+ years MIG/TIG welding experience with Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel and Aluminum.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Able to read weld symbols, blueprints, and drawings.
• Proficient at math and measurement (fractions, dimensions, tolerances).

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate and perform MIG/TIG welding per drawings.
• Interpret blueprints and welding symbols to determine requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized welding area and support production.
• Assist machine operators as needed to meet production needs.
• Adhere to safety and quality standards.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Blueprint reading

Gages / measurement

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

GD&T

Job description

Who We Are

Founded in 1959 by Ed Miller near Chicago, Prince Industries has grown from a one-man shop into a global manufacturing partner. With seven facilities across the U.S. and China, we serve industries from hydraulics to aerospace, handling everything from just-in-time components to high-volume assemblies.

At Prince, we don't just make parts - we solve complex supply chain challenges. We are a strategic partner, focused on helping clients improve products, reduce costs, and simplify operations. Certified to ISO 9001:2015, ISO 13485, and AS9100 standards, we combine quality, innovation, and growth-minded thinking to deliver real value.

Job Summary

The Welder will be responsible for setting-up, operating and performing work in welding to fabricate metal parts and components according to customer specifications. The Welder will be required to do MIG/TIG welding and will review drawings and specifications to accurately weld parts and metal components.

2nd shift hours: 3:30pm - 2:00am, Monday through Thursday

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Proficiently employs a diverse range of welding techniques, encompassing Mild Steel, Stainless Steel, and Aluminum.
• Demonstrates the capability to interpret and comprehend blueprints and formulas in order to ascertain the precise welding requirements for each project.
• Possesses the proficiency to utilize precision instruments such as calipers, tape measures, and squares.
• Exhibits comprehensive proficiency in TIG and MIG welding techniques as per specifications outlined in technical drawings.
• Collaborates in the production process and provide support to machine operators as required.
• Maintains a clean and organized welding environment at all times.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned by supervisor; may include department transfers or special projects in order to meet production needs.

Required Skills & Attributes

• Ability to use inspection methods including tape measure, calipers and fillet gages.
• Able to interpret AWS weld symbols.
• Able to read and interpret blueprints.
• Ability to communicate effectively both in oral and written form and interact appropriately with all levels of the company and customers, in which it pertains to the job responsibilities.
• Excellent troubleshooting or problem resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills required to complete work assignments and prioritize urgent matters in order to meet deadlines established.
• Excellent knowledge of engineering concepts and practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Education & Experience

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• 5+ years MIG/TIG Welding experience with Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel and Aluminum.
• Proficient at math and computer skills: ability to calculate fractions, dimensions, and tolerances according to customer and production specifications.
• Proficient at reading, interpreting, and understanding weld symbols, blueprints and drawings in order to accurately fabricate parts and components the first time.
• Proficient at using quality inspection equipment (gages, micrometers, rulers), GD&T preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to sit, stand, or walk the duration of shift, 8-10 hours.
• Frequently required to talk or hear.
• Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach or bend.
• Manually lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision in which 20/20 vision or corrected vision to 20/20 vision is required.
• Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles resulting from metalworking coolants and oils.
• The noise level in the work environment is sometimes loud when working in the plant, in which hearing protection is required.

Comp: $20-24/hr

Due to ITAR regulations, only U.S. persons- defined as U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (Green Card holders), and U.S. nationals- are eligible for this position.

*We are an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") Employer. Applicants can learn more about Prince's status as an equal opportunity employer by viewing the federal "EEO is the Law" poster ()