Welder-Contract

Itape; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 30,307 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Extensive benefits

Job summary

IPG in Schaumburg, IL is seeking a skilled TIG welder to join our manufacturing team. You will fabricate stainless sheet metal and tubing, interpreting blueprints to produce precise welds.

Responsibilities include setting up materials, performing TIG welds, grinding and finishing, and ensuring tolerances consistent with drawings. Strong English communication and shop experience are essential, with competitive pay and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ TIG welding experience in a job shop.
• Experience with steel or mild steel, material ranging from 1/16" up to 1/2".
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints without assistance.
• Fluent in English (read/write).
• Able to operate a bending brake press.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Weld parts, components, frames and weldments per drawings.
• Set up material including stainless sheet metal, tubing and other stainless forms.
• Read and interpret blueprints to determine job specifications.
• Use TIG welding to achieve seamless, high-strength welds.
• Verify welds conform to drawings and specs; adjust as needed.
• Grind and polish sharp edges; ensure tolerances and squareness.

Skills

TIG welding

Blueprint reading

English proficiency

Manual dexterity

Tools

TIG welding equipment

Tape measure

Caliper

Machinist square

Micrometer

Bending brake press

Job description

Job Description

Posted Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Join the IPG Team!

Are you ready to elevate your career? At IPG, we are more than just a global leader in packaging and protective solutions—we are a community that values safety, people, passion, integrity, performance, and teamwork. From tapes and films to packaging and protective products, as well as engineered coated materials and advanced packaging machinery, we develop innovative solutions that protect the world. Now, we are expanding our global team and looking for talented individuals like you!

Position Description

Department: Operations

Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly

Principle Accountabilities

• Maintain a safe and clean work environment. Comply with all quality, safety, and work rules and regulations.
• Read and interpret blueprints or job orders to determine specifications of the job
• The ability to hold fabrication tolerances at +/- 1/16" (or better) is a must.
• Set up material which will be stainless sheet metal, tubing, and other forms of stainless steel
• Perform tack or set up welds using a TIG welder
• Utilize measuring tools as required: tape measure, caliper, machinist square, protractor, OD micrometer, etc.
• Verify weldments conform to drawings and specs and make corrections as required.
• To weld on a broad range of metals and alloys for a wide variety of complex precision assemblies, involving a considerable amount of welding to high strength and pressure requirements.
• Weld parts, components, frames, and weldments per drawings.
• Finalize everything with a TIG welder welding so end result is seamless
• Accurately produce frames within required tolerances and squareness
• Grind and polish all sharp edges on workpieces as required.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Essential Skills and Experience

• At least 5 years' experience as a TIG welder with the ability to fabricate in a job shop environment
• Experience with steel or mild steel, material ranging from 1/16" up to ½"
• Use grinders, saws, polishers, hand tools, power tools
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints without assistance
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English
• Able to operate a bending brake press
• Ability to accurately read a tape measure
• Leveling and squaring ability (without the assistance of others)
• Ability to occasionally push/pull/carry up to 50 pounds by oneself
• Ability to bend and rotate body repeatedly

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to stand for a minimum of 8 hours per day.
• Frequently required to grasp, handle/feel objects, control/manage tools, and use hands/arms.
• Occasionally required to walk, stoop, kneel and crouch.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Why Choose IPG?

At IPG, you will find more than just a job—you will find a place where your success is our success. We pride ourselves on a culture built around strong relationships, where every team member plays a crucial role in our growth. Whether it is through cross-department collaboration, continuous training, or sustainability-driven initiatives, we create an environment where you can thrive.

Our commitment to sustainability influences everything we do, from designing eco-friendly products to minimizing waste in our production processes. We are dedicated to building a greener future while providing safe, supportive workplaces for our people.

With over 40 years of industry expertise and a proven track record of growth and innovation, IPG offers a stable, secure environment where you can flourish!

We offer competitive pay, extensive benefits that support you and your family, and exciting career development opportunities. Whether you are looking to enhance your skills or advance your career, we offer ongoing training and the support you need to succeed. Think big, dream bigger, and make an impact with IPG.