Demo

Welder

gpac
Schaumburg, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 10/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/2/2026
Welder/Fabricator - 2nd Shift

Cook County & Champaign County, IL

$27-$30/hour | On-site

Hiring experienced Welders/Fabricators for second-shift openings in Cook County and Champaign County, Illinois. Positions are available in either area-applicants do not need to commute between locations.

This is a hands-on opportunity for welders who take pride in precise fit-up, clean welds, and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

  • Perform MIG and TIG welding on carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and fabrication drawings.
  • Fit, align, and fabricate components to specification.
  • Use precision measuring tools to verify dimensions and tolerances.
  • Inspect completed welds and perform grinding, finishing, and rework as needed.
  • Follow safety procedures and maintain an organized work area.

Qualifications

  • 3 years of TIG welding experience, along with MIG and sheet metal fabrication experience.
  • Ability to read blueprints and work independently from drawings.
  • Strong attention to weld quality, fit-up, and dimensional accuracy.
  • Ability to complete a practical weld test.
  • AWS certifications preferred.

Compensation: $27-$30/hour based on experience and demonstrated welding ability, with opportunities for increases based on performance.

Apply with your resume and indicate your preferred county, or contact Hillary Cooley at hillary.cooley@gogpac.com. All inquiries will be handled confidentially.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

Salary : $27 - $30

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Welder?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Welder career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$51,119 - $65,837
Income Estimation: 
$59,766 - $78,912
Income Estimation: 
$44,080 - $57,310
Income Estimation: 
$51,119 - $65,837
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at gpac

  • gpac Sioux, SD
  • gpac offers an excellent work-life balance in a fast-paced work environment. There is tremendous earning potential with no cap. As a part of our team, you ... more
  • 14 Days Ago

  • gpac Colstrip, MT
  • Salary: $85k - 120k per year Reference: JEL0929ElEnCoMT-2 Electrical Engineer – Controls Location: Montana Compensation: $85,000–$120,000 DOE Bonus: 12% ST... more
  • 14 Days Ago

  • gpac Nashua, NH
  • Salary: $125,000 - $150,000 per year aggressive commissions/bonuses... We are seeking an experienced Commercial General Construction Estimator to join a we... more
  • 14 Days Ago

  • gpac South Sioux, NE
  • A well-established, family-owned Funeral Home is seeking a Funeral Director to join their growing team! This is the perfect opportunity for someone who is ... more
  • 14 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Welder jobs in the Schaumburg, IL area that may be a better fit.

  • Suburban Machine Corporation Wheeling, IL
  • We are seeking a skilled Welder to join our manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for fabricating, assembling, and welding metal comp... more
  • 1 Month Ago

  • Motion Woodridge, IL
  • Summary Under general supervision, the Welder uses hand welding and flame cutting equipment such as arc welders, gas welders, and gas torches to weld toget... more
  • 1 Day Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!