About this opportunity
Scot Forge lists this Welder (MIG, TIG, Stick & More) opportunity in spring grove, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Scot Forge Welder Position
Build Your Career. Join a 100% Employee-Owned Company.
Scot Forge is seeking skilled Welders to join our manufacturing team on 2nd Shift. This position supports the production and repair of custom forged products and tooling used in some of the world's most demanding applications. You'll perform a variety of welding, fabrication, and repair activities while working with a team committed to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Shift Information
2nd Shift: 3:00 PM - 1:00 AM
10% Shift Premium
Why Join Scot Forge?
100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP)
Profit Sharing Bonus
Career advancement opportunities
Tuition reimbursement
Comprehensive benefits package
Opportunity to work on unique products serving critical industries worldwide
About Scot Forge
Scot Forge is a 130+ year-old, employee-owned manufacturer of custom open die and rolled ring forgings. Our products support critical industries including energy, transportation, manufacturing, mining, infrastructure, and national defense. From components used in mining equipment and energy infrastructure to aerospace and defense applications, Scot Forge produces forged solutions for some of the world's most demanding environments.
What You'll Do
As a Welder, you will:
Perform MIG, TIG, Stick, Submerged Arc, and other welding processes
Weld and repair ferrous and non-ferrous materials to engineering and quality requirements
Review blueprints, shop orders, and welding procedures to determine proper welding methods
Perform material removal and repair activities, including air arcing and defect removal
Assist with fixture fabrication and tooling repairs
Support inspection and quality verification activities
Operate furnaces and material handling equipment as required
Use precision measuring tools to verify dimensions and weld quality
Requirements
What You'll Bring
Required Qualifications
Welding certificate, associate degree, equivalent experience, or a minimum of five years of relevant welding experience
At least one year of metal fabrication experience
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and welding procedures
Strong communication skills and ability to work independently or within a team
Experience using common fabrication and measuring tools
Ability to wear a respirator for extended periods when required
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with multiple welding processes, including GMAW, GTAW, SMAW, and SAW
Experience with forge, heavy industrial, manufacturing, or metalworking environments
Exposure to magnetic particle or dye penetrant inspection methods
Forklift and overhead crane experience
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
Ability to lift up to 65 pounds
Frequent use of hand tools, grinders, measuring equipment, and welding tools
Ability to operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and other manufacturing equipment as required
Ability to work safely in an industrial manufacturing environment
Pre-Employment Requirements
Hair follicle drug screen
Background check
Ability test including lifting up to 65 pounds
Compensation
The estimated pay range for this position is the lowest and highest range we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We ultimately may pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. The actual pay offered to a candidate will depend on various factors including but not limited to relevant skills, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, seniority, geographic location and prevailing minimum wage, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits for eligible employees including Medical, Vision, Dental, Hearing, Life (Basic & AD&D), Disability (STD & LTD), 401K Plan with match, Profit Sharing, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Tax Savings (FSA & HSA), Vacation Time, Paid Time Off, and Paid Holidays.
Scot Forge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusion and welcome all qualified candidates to apply. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
Worksite address
spring grove, IL, 60081, US
Who can apply
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