Welder II - Base Welder - Day Shift

Hennig; Machesney Park (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Hennig is seeking a Welder II – Base Welder in Machesney Park, IL. You will independently perform base-welding operations, interpret base-weld prints, position components, and produce high-quality welds while inspecting finished work to ensure fabrication requirements are met.

The role requires a High School Diploma/GED, D1.1 Flat certification within 30 days, and 3–5 years MIG welding experience (1 year in manufacturing). Crane and forklift operation may be needed, with safety and 5S adherence.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• D1.1 Flat certification within 30 days of starting position.
• 3-5 years experience as a MIG welder required; one year in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform base-welding operations per prints and specs.
• Interpret base-weld prints and position components for welding.
• Produce quality welds and inspect completed work for conformity.
• Perform weld repairs as needed and use welding equipment throughout fabrication process.
• Safely operate crane and forklift as required and maintain 5S practices.

Skills

MIG welding

Fabrication

Print reading

Safety procedures

Equipment setup

Quality inspection

Education

High School Diploma/GED

D1.1 Flat certification

Tools

Crane operation

Forklift operation

Job description

Job Type

Full-time

Description

As a Welder II – Base Welder, you will independently perform base-welding operations while meeting established print, dimensional, quality, and production requirements. You will interpret base-weld prints, identify and position components, produce quality welds, inspect completed work, perform weld repairs, and use welding and material-handling equipment required throughout the base fabrication process.

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma/GED required
• Certifications: D1.1 Flat certification 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 MIG welding, fabrication, fit-up, and base-welding techniques.
• Ability to independently and safely set up and operate welding, fabrication, and base work-center equipment to established specifications.
• Ability to locate, read, and interpret base-weld fabrication prints, including required weld types, locations, and lengths.
• Ability to identify base components and verify parts against fabrication requirements.
• Ability to accurately position, fit, and align base components using levels, squares, and other measuring tools.
• Ability to produce quality welds while preventing undercut, porosity, and other unacceptable weld conditions.
• Ability to inspect completed welds and identify welding or fabrication conditions requiring correction.
• Proficiency in weld repair techniques for base-welding operations.
• Ability to independently verify completed work against fabrication prints, dimensional specifications, and workmanship requirements.
• Ability to work independently with little to no routine assistance.
• Ability to safely operate crane equipment after required training and certification to position base components.
• Understanding of welding PPE, shop safety, material-handling practices, and 5S requirements.
• Ability to safely work around forklifts, cranes, and other material-handling equipment.
• Ability to complete assigned work within established production and takt-time requirements.
• Ability to lift and handle parts weighing up to 40 pounds and work with team members to handle larger parts.

Salary Description

$25.00 TO$27.00