Mig Welder

Aerotek; Effingham (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental, and 401(k) benefits

Paid training provided

Opportunities for pay increases

Entry-level candidates encouraged to

Stable full-time work

Hands-on welding experience

Job summary

Aerotek in Effingham, IL is seeking an Entry-Level MIG Welder to perform production MIG welds, read blueprints, set up fixtures, and work across flat, vertical, and overhead positions.

This full-time, on-site role offers weekly pay, paid training, safety-focused environment, and opportunities for skill development and pay progression within a growing manufacturing team.

Qualifications

• Interest in welding and manufacturing.
• Ability to read measurements and follow instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work in a production environment.
• Willingness to learn and develop welding skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform production MIG welding on a variety of steel products.
• Read and interpret blueprints and work instructions.
• Set up parts and fixtures for welding operations.
• Weld in multiple positions, including flat, vertical, and overhead.
• Visually inspect welds to ensure quality standards are met.
• Grind and finish welds as needed.
• Utilize hand tools and other fabrication equipment.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.
• Work with team members to meet daily production goals.

Skills

Interest in welding and manufacturing

Read measurements

Attention to detail

Dependable attendance

Production environment

Willingness to learn

Job description

Entry-Level MIG Welder

Altamont, IL

Full-Time Opportunity

Weekly Pay

Paid Training & Career Growth Available

Looking to start or grow a career in welding? Join a manufacturing team where you'll gain hands‑on welding experience, receive training, and have opportunities to increase your earnings as your skills develop. Whether you're a recent welding school graduate or someone with welding experience looking for a new opportunity, we'd love to hear from you!

What You'll Do

• Perform production MIG welding on a variety of steel products

• Read and interpret blueprints and work instructions

• Set up parts and fixtures for welding operations

• Weld in multiple positions, including flat, vertical, and overhead

• Visually inspect welds to ensure quality standards are met

• Grind and finish welds as needed

• Utilize hand tools and other fabrication equipment

• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area

• Work with team members to meet daily production goals

What We're Looking For

• Interest in welding and manufacturing

• Ability to read measurements and follow instructions

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

• Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic

• Ability to work in a production environment

• Willingness to learn and develop welding skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous MIG welding experience

• Welding school, vocational training, or certification

• Experience reading blueprints

• Experience using grinders, hand tools, and fabrication equipment

• Manufacturing or production experience

Why Join Us?

Weekly pay

Medical, dental, and 401(k) benefits

Paid training provided

Opportunities for pay increases based on performance and skill development

Entry‑level candidates encouraged to apply

Stable full‑time work with long‑term career potential

Gain valuable hands‑on welding and fabrication experience

Build Your Welding Career Today!

This is a great opportunity to get your foot in the door with a growing manufacturer and develop valuable welding skills. Whether you have prior welding experience or are looking to start a career in the trade, apply today and take the next step toward a rewarding future in manufacturing and welding.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Effingham, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Effingham,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

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.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

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.