Fabrication Welder

Apex Warehouse Systems; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Apex Companies in Aurora, IL is hiring a Fabrication Welder to join our team. You will weld and fabricate components used in racking systems and material handling equipment, reading blueprints and work orders to ensure precision.

The role includes prep work such as cutting and grinding, with a focus on quality and safety in a production setting. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 6:00am–2:30pm, with potential overtime.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years welding/fabrication experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and work orders.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record.
• Strong math and measurement skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform fabrication and welding tasks in a production environment with high quality.
• Fabricate components using appropriate welding techniques and equipment.
• Assemble and weld racking and material handling equipment.
• Interpret blueprints, work orders, and specifications for welding.
• Prepare, cut, grind, and weld pieces as required for projects.
• Inspect welds for accuracy and strength; maintain safety compliance.

Skills

Welding/fabrication

Blueprint reading

Math skills

Communication

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Location: Aurora, IL

Hourly Rate Range: 21.00-28.00

Apex Companies provides a full-service, cross-solution approach for material handling industry customers, offering expertise in warehouse and industrial facility design, integration of material handling solutions, and optimization of efficiency. We also source and service forklifts, industrial vehicles, and equipment, while providing safety audit and repair services as well as personnel training. As a leader in innovative automation solutions, our mission is to help clients reduce costs, minimize labor dependencies, and maximize throughput capabilities by implementing state-of-the-art automated material handling systems, ultimately enhancing warehousing and distribution performance.

Position Summary: Apex Companies are seeking a skilled Fabrication Welder to join our team in Aurora, IL. This role is responsible for welding and fabricating components used in racking systems and material handling equipment. The ideal candidate has experience in welding within a production environment and is capable of reading blueprints and interpreting work orders to deliver precise, high-quality results.

To be clear this is not solely a welding position. We find that the majority of the job functions tend to be with the fabrication and prep work before welding such as cutting and grinding.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform fabrication and welding tasks in a production environment, ensuring the highest level of quality.


• Fabricate components using appropriate welding techniques and equipment.


• Assemble and weld all types of racking and related material handling equipment.


• Interpret blueprints, work orders, and specifications to determine welding requirements.


• Clean, prepare, cut, burn, and weld pieces as required for various projects.


• Inspect and test welds to ensure accuracy and strength.


• Maintain safety and compliance with all legal and company regulations.


• Perform preventative maintenance and basic troubleshooting on welding equipment.


• Document work performed and maintain accurate production records.


• Support organizational goals by completing related tasks as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly work in environments with exposure to noise, heat, and industrial elements.


• Stand or walk for extended periods (up to a full 8-hour shift).


• Routinely lift or manipulate materials weighing 50+ lbs.


• Climb ladders and access materials stored in elevated areas.


• Utilize personal protective equipment including steel-toe boots, safety shields, and hard hats.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Two (2) years of relevant welding/fabrication experience preferred (not required)


• Valid Driver's License with a clean record


• Knowledge of material handling equipment components and assembly techniques.


• Ability to operate welding tools and equipment safely and effectively.


• Competence in reading and interpreting technical documents and drawings.


• Strong organizational skills and ability to work in a dynamic environment.


• Proficiency in performing mathematical calculations related to measurements.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Work Schedule

• Monday – Friday, 6:00am – 2:30pm


• Up to 8 hours/day; overtime must be pre-approved by management


• Accurate daily timekeeping is required

We offer a comprehensive benefits and compensation package designed to support your health, well-being, and work-life balance. This includes health, dental, and vision insurance; short-term disability (STD) and voluntary long-term disability (LTD) coverage; and life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance options. We also provide a 401(k)-retirement plan with a company match, generous paid time off benefits including paid holidays, and eligibility for performance-based bonuses. We are committed to fostering a supportive and rewarding workplace for our team members

Why Join Us?

At Apex, we recognize that our people are our most valuable asset. Our employees drive our success, which is why we believe in empowering our people with real-time career development, offering diverse and challenging work and providing solid growth opportunities. If you have a “let’s get down to business, roll up your sleeves” mindset then Apex is the place for you.

Apex promotes a healthy lifestyle by providing a non-smoking environment and is an equal-opportunity employer.