MIG Welder

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Melrose Park (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Career opportunities

Support during hiring process

Opportunities for skill development

Paid Leave

Medical/Dental/Vision Plan

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals is seeking Entry-Level MIG Welders for a local manufacturing company. This position is an excellent opportunity for candidates with basic welding experience or recent training eager to develop their skills.

Responsibilities include performing basic MIG welding, assisting with fabrication, and following safety procedures. Benefits include weekly pay, career advancement opportunities, and additional training in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Basic MIG welding knowledge or hands-on welding experience.
• Welding school, vocational training, or previous manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Comfortable working with hand and power tools.
• Basic understanding of measurements and shop drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Willingness to learn and develop welding and fabrication skills.
• Ability to safely lift and handle metal materials.
• Reliable attendance and a positive work ethic.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic MIG welding on steel and metal components.
• Assist with the fabrication and assembly of metal parts.
• Follow work orders, measurements, drawings, and basic blueprints.
• Inspect completed welds and parts for quality.
• Safely operate welding equipment and basic fabrication tools.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Follow all company safety procedures.
• Work alongside experienced welders, supervisors, and production team members.
• Complete additional production and fabrication duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic MIG welding knowledge

Hands-on welding experience

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Ability to use tools

Education

Welding school or vocational training

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Entry-Level MIG Welder

Express Employment Professionals is currently seeking Entry-Level MIG Welders for a manufacturing company in the local area. This is a great opportunity for candidates who have basic welding experience, recently completed welding training, or are looking to continue developing their welding skills in a manufacturing environment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform basic MIG welding on steel and metal components.

• Assist with the fabrication and assembly of metal parts.

• Follow work orders, measurements, drawings, and basic blueprints.

• Inspect completed welds and parts for quality.

• Safely operate welding equipment and basic fabrication tools.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

• Follow all company safety procedures.

• Work alongside experienced welders, supervisors, and production team members.

• Complete additional production and fabrication duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Basic MIG welding knowledge or hands-on welding experience.

• Welding school, vocational training, or previous manufacturing experience is preferred but not required.

• Comfortable working with hand and power tools.

• Basic understanding of measurements and shop drawings.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

• Willingness to learn and develop welding and fabrication skills.

• Ability to safely lift and handle metal materials.

• Reliable attendance and a positive work ethic.

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

Schedule:

• 1st and 2nd shift opportunities available.

• Full-time

Pay:

• Pay ranges from $22-$24 based on welding experience and skill level.

Express Employment Professionals offers:

• Weekly pay

• Career opportunities with local companies

• Support throughout the hiring and assignment process

• Opportunities to gain additional manufacturing experience and develop your skills

This position is ideal for someone looking to begin or continue their career in welding and gain hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment.

Benefits Available for Eligible Express Associates:

• Weekly Pay (Overtime pay for hours worked over 40/week)
• Medical Plan /Dental Plan / Vision Plan
• Accrual for ILL Paid Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Direct Deposit or FREE Bank of America Payroll Card
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.