Welder / Fabricator Job at Aegis Manufacturing & Engineering, Illinois

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  • Aegis Manufacturing & Engineering
  • Illinois

Job Description

Location: St. Charles, IL 60174

Pay Rate: $20–24/hr (up to $26/hr for highly qualified candidates)

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM (Generally 40 hours/week)

Type: 4-Month Contract to Hire

A leading manufacturer of custom-engineered lift systems is seeking a skilled Fabricator to join their production team. This role focuses primarily on the fabrication and welding of steel components used in hydraulic scissor and dock lifts.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform MIG welding (95%) and some TIG welding (5%) on steel components

  • Read and interpret blueprints and work instructions

  • Use hand and power tools including grinders and vertical mills (light machining)

  • Work with fixtures to ensure precise assemblies

  • Operate overhead cranes and forklifts to handle materials safely

  • Collaborate with the team to build one-of-a-kind, engineered-to-order lift systems

Must-Haves:

  • 1–3 years of metal fabrication experience (welding, cutting, assembly, grinding)

  • Strong MIG welding skills – Butt and T joint welds

  • Ability to read blueprints and use measuring tools accurately

  • Hands-on experience operating overhead cranes and forklifts

  • Familiarity with using fixtures in fabrication

Nice-to-Haves:

  • Exposure to hydraulic systems or welding hydraulic cylinders

  • Background in custom fabrication/engineered-to-order environments

  • TIG welding and vertical milling experience

  • Experience working in an ISO-certified facility

  • A growth mindset and desire for long-term career development

Why Join:

  • Stable company with over $10M invested in equipment and systems

  • Opportunities for cross-training and internal promotion

  • Modernized plant with Epicor ERP and PDM systems enhancing workflow

  • Long-term potential to move into Lead or Foreman roles

Projected Start Date: ASAP

Job Tags

Contract work, Immediate start, Monday to Friday,

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