Panel Welder II - Skilled Level - Night Shift in Machesney Park

Energy Jobline ZR; Machesney Park (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) with match

Company-paid life insurance

10 paid holidays

Wellness program

Safety shoe reimbursement

Discretionary annual bonus

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR is seeking a Panel Welder II for our Illinois facility. You will independently perform panel welding and fabrication, interpret welding symbols, and ensure welds meet prints, quality, and safety standards.

Responsibilities include inspecting components, using levels and measuring tools, finishing welds, and safely operating cranes and power tools. The role requires 3–5 years MIG welding experience and D1.3 certifications within 30 days of starting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• D1.3 14-gauge and D1.3 11-ga weld certifications within 30 days of starting position.
• 3–5 years MIG welding experience; 1 year in manufacturing.
• Must be able to read and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform welding and fabrication responsibilities.
• Identify required parts and verify against fabrication prints.
• Interpret welding symbols on drawings and apply welds accordingly.
• Verify completed welds against fabrication prints.
• Use levels, squares, and measuring tools to verify alignment.
• Grind and finish welded components per print and workmanship requirements.
• Apply welding techniques for multiple material types and gauges.
• Safely operate cranes after required training.
• Maintain 5S and safety compliance.

Skills

Panel welding

Welding symbols interpretation

Read drawings

Equipment setup

Quality inspection

Safety awareness

Independent work

Crane operation

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Grinders

Measuring tools

Crane equipment

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:

As a Panel Welder II, you will independently perform panel welding and fabrication operations while meeting established print, quality, safety, and production requirements. You will interpret welding symbols and fabrication prints, identify components, complete welds to specification, verify weld quality and component positioning, and work with multiple materials and gauge thicknesses.

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently perform welding and fabrication responsibilities without routine support.
• Identify required parts and verify component requirements against fabrication prints.
• Interpret welding symbols on drawings and apply required welds accordingly.
• Verify completed weldments against fabrication prints to ensure all required welds have been completed.
• Use levels, squares, and related measuring tools to verify components are positioned and welded according to specification.
• Produce welds free of undercut, porosity, and other unacceptable conditions.
• Grind and clean welded components according to print and workmanship requirements.
• Apply appropriate welding techniques for different material types and gauge thicknesses, including galvanized and mild steel.
• Perform welding operations on components from at least two panel welding work-center lines, such as roof panels, wall panels, doors, or miscellaneous components.
• For roof-welding assignments, properly position roof panels within the weld cell and safely operate cranes when moving panels.
• Safely operate crane equipment after completing required training.
• Maintain awareness of forklift and crane operations and follow designated aisles, work zones, and storage areas.
• Safely operate power and hand tools, measuring devices, and work-center equipment, and maintain proper tool storage in accordance with 5S requirements.
• Use required welding PPE, including welding helmets, gloves, aprons, and other work-center-specific protective equipment.
• Work safely around forklifts, cranes, production aisles, work zones, and material storage areas.
• Understand and follow established quality standards and workmanship requirements.

Requirements:

• Education: High School Diploma/GED required
• Certifications: D1.3 14-gauge and D1.3 11-guage welding certifications within 30 days of starting position
• Experience: 3-5 years' experience as a MIG welder and one year of continuous experience in a manufacturing environment required
• Reading Ability: Must be able to read and understand English

Skills:

• Ability to follow verbal and written work instructions and established procedures.
• Proficiency in panel welding and fabrication techniques.
• Ability to independently set up and operate welding equipment to specification.
• Ability to read and interpret fabrication prints, welding symbols, and component requirements.
• Ability to identify components and verify work against print requirements.
• Ability to use levels, squares, fixtures, grinders, clamps, and related fabrication and measuring tools.
• Ability to produce quality welds without undercut or porosity.
• Proficiency in weld finishing, grinding, and cleaning processes.
• Ability to apply appropriate welding techniques to multiple material types and gauge thicknesses.
• Ability to inspect completed work and confirm all required welds have been performed.Ability to perform welding operations across multiple panel welding work centers.
• Ability to identify routine welding and fabrication quality issues.
• Ability to work independently with little to no assistance.
• Ability to safely use power tools/hand tools and properly store work-center tools.
• Ability to safely work around forklifts, cranes, and other material-handling equipment.
• Ability to learn and safely operate crane equipment after required training.
• Understanding of welding PPE, shop safety, and 5S requirements.
• Ability to lift and handle parts weighing up to 40 pounds and work with team members to handle larger parts.
• Provide flexible support across all production areas as needed.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, lift and/or move up to 40 lbs., bend, use hands, and fingers for 8 + hours. (Overtime may be required)

• Medical, dental & vision
• 401(k) with company match
• company-paid life insurance
• 10 paid holidays
• wellness program & health club reimbursement
• safety shoe & glasses reimbursement
• discretionary annual bonus