Welder
Job Description
Location: Westmont, IL
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Arrangement: On-Site.
We are seeking an experienced MIG & Stick Welder to join a growing manufacturing team in Westmont, IL. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on welding and fabrication experience working with mild steel, stainless steel, and various high-grade alloys.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled welder who can independently read mechanical drawings, lay out workpieces, set up welding equipment, and produce high-quality welds in a manufacturing environment.
Key ResponsibilitiesPerform MIG and Stick welding on mild steel, stainless steel, and various high-grade alloys.
Fabricate and weld components according to mechanical drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
Read and interpret mechanical assembly drawings to properly lay out, position, and weld workpieces.
Set up and operate welding machines and equipment independently.
Use hand and power tools commonly associated with welding and fabrication.
Operate electric hoists to safely raise, lower, and position components and workpieces.
Operate a hand plasma cutter for cutting and fabrication applications.
Inspect completed welds and fabricated components for quality and conformance to specifications.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
Follow established safety procedures and manufacturing standards.
Accurately complete production documentation and process completed work using an ERP system on a company-provided tablet.
Communicate effectively with supervisors, production personnel, and other team members.
Support overall production goals, quality standards, and on-time delivery requirements.
3-5+ years of professional welding and fabrication experience preferred.
Strong hands-on experience with MIG and Stick welding.
Experience welding mild steel and stainless steel; experience with high-grade alloys is a plus.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings, and assembly drawings.
Ability to independently set up welding equipment and complete welding assignments.
Experience with steel fabrication and component layout.
Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, plasma cutters, and electric hoists.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
Good communication and teamwork skills.
Welding certification is preferred but not required.
Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment.
Fully on-site at a manufacturing facility in Westmont, IL.
Hands-on manufacturing and fabrication environment.
Regular use of welding equipment, fabrication tools, lifting equipment, and other shop equipment.
Candidates must be comfortable working around industrial equipment and materials.
Pre-tax retirement plan with employer matching up to 3%
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Up to 5 weeks of PTO
11 paid holidays
Company-provided short-term and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Employee assistance program
Optional overtime opportunities
W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.
We’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.
Our Services
W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.
We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.
We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.
Our Expertise
W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.
As a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.
