WELDER 2 - 2nd Shift

The Caldwell Group Inc; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Air-conditioned shop

Job summary

The Caldwell Group Inc in Rockford, IL is seeking a Welder 2 for the 2nd shift to fabricate and weld heavy lifting equipment. You will perform MIG welding, read blueprints, and use overhead cranes to position weldments.

The role requires a minimum high school diploma and at least 3 years of welding experience, with proficiency up to 3/8 inch. We offer an air-conditioned shop, hands-on training, mentorship, and clear advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years MIG welding and blueprint reading experience.
• Proficiency welding up to 3/8 in; metal fabrication.
• Overhead crane and forklift certification preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and perform layout for drilling.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and weld on heavy lifting equipment.
• Perform basic fit-up and MIG welds.
• Weld plates up to 1/4 inch thickness.
• Use overhead crane to position weldments.
• Maintain safety and comply with rules.
• Follow Caldwell values in daily work.

Skills

MIG welding

Read blueprints

Overhead crane operation

Forklift operation

Layout and fit-up

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand plasma

Air arc tools

Job description

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WELDER 2 - 2nd Shift

Regular Full Time Rockford, IL, US

Salary Range: $25.03 To $37.55 Annually

Are you a skilled welder looking for an opportunity to grow your career in a supportive and dynamic environment? Join our 2ndshift welding team where we prioritize your professional development and offer multiple levels for advancement. Our air-conditioned shop provides a comfortable work setting, allowing you to focus on refining your skills. We are committed to investing in our employees, offering hands-on training, mentorship, and growth opportunities that will take your welding career to the next level. Be a part of a team that values craftsmanship, innovation, and your future success! (See the cool projects you might get to work on here: https://www.caldwellinc.com/blog

This position is responsible for fabricating & welding processes on heavy lifting equipment.

• Performs basic fit up operation in preparation for welding. Generally welds stock and standard products that may require the use of fixtures.
• Performs MIG welding on products with low complexity of moving parts. Regularly welds plate thicknesses up to 1/4"
• Meets welding time and quality standards, as established by the organization.
• Uses overhead crane to position weldments.
• Demonstrates the Caldwell Values in all work activities
• Maintains a safe work environment. Reports defective tools and equipment.
• Complies with all safety rules and regulations.

Requirements:

• Minimum High School or equivalent education
• Minimum 3 years welding experience Minimum 3 years fit-up experience
• Demonstrated proficiency welding up to 3/8”
• Experience with metal core spray transfer using O45 and O52 diameter wire preferred
• Proven ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Demonstrated ability to perform layout work for drilling
• Proven problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to use hand plasma and air arc tools
• Certified for overhead crane and forklift
• Ability to earn a Caldwell MIG welding certificate

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, employee is continuously required to stand, frequently required to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, engage in repetitive use of hands; and occasionally must bend, reach overhead, crouch, kneel, push/pull, lift up to 50 pounds and talk and listen.