• MIG Welder - 1st Shift

    Posted: 07/12/2026

    Crystal Lake, IL
    Pay Rate: $23.34/hour
    Schedule/Shift: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–4:00 PM
    Employment Type: Full-Time | Evaluation Hire

    Summary

    Join a global manufacturer assembling and distributing forklifts used around the world. This is a true welding position on first shift, ideal for welders who value quality workmanship and long-term stability.

    Responsibilities

    • Perform ordinary MIG welding for mechanical strength in all positions
    • Operate welding robots as needed
    • Inspect robotic welds for quality and proper location
    • Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and welding symbols
    • Maintain a safe and clean work environment

    Qualifications

    • MIG welding experience required
    • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and welding symbols
    • Experience using ARC, MIG, gas welding, torch cutting, grinding, and slag removal
    • Ability to stand for the entire shift and lift up to 50 lbs
    • Hard-working, dependable, and quality-focused

    Benefits

    • Medical Plan
    • Dental Plan
    • Vision/Eyewear plan
    • IL Paid Leave Hours
    • 401k
    • Life insurance
    • Prescription drug reimbursement
    • Short-term disability
    • Referral bonuses

    Four Ways To Apply for this position: (pick one)

    • Email your resume to crystallakeil@expresspros.com
    • Apply online and submit the application to the Crystal Lake, IL location
    • Call or text 815-788-8556
    • Visit our office at 580 E. Terra Cotta Ave., Crystal Lake, IL 60014 or 750 S. 8th St., West Dundee, IL 60118

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