Welding Specialist - 1st Shift, Competitive Pay & Benefits

Express Employment Professionals; Mendota (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Sick Time

Weekly pay

Direct Deposit

Referral bonus

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals is seeking skilled Welders for a premier manufacturing company in Mendota, IL. This position offers competitive pay, benefits, and long-term stability. The role is for 1st shift (6:00 AM – 2:30 PM) with an hourly rate of $26.07.

You will perform acetylene arc and wire-feed welding, read blueprints, inspect parts, and ensure quality. Applicants should have a high school diploma, blueprint reading experience, and familiarity with welding equipment, PPE, and safety

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Experience using measuring and inspection equipment.
• Proficient with welding equipment and processes.
• Familiar with hand and power tools and material handling.
• Strong attention to detail and quality focus.
• Adheres to safety procedures and PPE.

Responsibilities

• Perform acetylene arc and wire-feed welding on parts using jigs and fixtures.
• Read and interpret blueprints, shop orders, and drawings.
• Measure, inspect, and record results to ensure quality.
• Select welding procedures, electrodes, and sequences to prevent distortion and ensure fusion.
• Perform tack welds and final welds for strength and appearance.
• Inspect materials for defects and prepare parts by filing or grinding.
• Conduct first-piece and periodic quality inspections during production.
• Change wire reels and maintain equipment.
• Operate hoists, pallet jacks, forklifts as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment.
• Report equipment issues to supervisors promptly.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Quality inspection

Attention to detail

Safety procedures

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Welding equipment

Measuring tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Material handling equipment

Job description

Express Employment Professionals is seeking skilled Welders for a premier manufacturing company in Mendota, IL. This position offers competitive pay, benefits, and long-term stability. The role is for 1st shift (6:00 AM – 2:30 PM) with an hourly rate of $26.07.

You will perform acetylene arc and wire-feed welding, read blueprints, inspect parts, and ensure quality. Applicants should have a high school diploma, blueprint reading experience, and familiarity with welding equipment, PPE, and safety