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Manufacturing Engineer (3rd Shift Welding)

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom
Davenport, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/14/2026
For those who want to keep growing, learning, and evolving. We at Kelly® hear you, and we’re here for you! We’re seeking a Manufacturing Engineer (3rd Shift Welding Manufacturing Engineer) to work at a premier manufacturing client in Davenport, IA. Sound good? Take a closer look below. You owe it to yourself to consider this great new opportunity.

Salary/Pay Rate/Compensation: $45 - $49 per hour (W2 contract only)

Shift

3rd Shift: 10:00 PM – 6:00 AM

Overtime required, Weekend coverage required based on production needs, off-shift operations

Why you should apply to be Manufacturing Engineer (3rd Shift Welding Manufacturing Engineer):

  • Competitive pay rate with overtime opportunities.
  • Work for a premier manufacturing client with a reputation for excellence.
  • Opportunity to support and improve critical fabrication operations.
  • Gain hands-on experience with advanced welding technologies and automation.
  • Be part of a collaborative and supportive team environment.

What’s a typical day as Manufacturing Engineer (3rd Shift Welding Manufacturing Engineer)? You’ll be:

  • Supporting 3rd shift production operations to maintain uptime and productivity.
  • Assisting operators, maintenance teams, and salaried staff with production issues.
  • Troubleshooting Manufacturing Execution System (MES), automated, and manual welding processes.
  • Training operators on equipment and processes.
  • Supporting the implementation and execution of new and existing manufacturing processes.
  • Developing and maintaining process documentation.
  • Participating in process improvement and project-related activities.

This Job Might Be An Outstanding Fit If You

  • Have proven experience with manual and robotic welding systems (Fanuc robotics experience preferred).
  • Possess strong troubleshooting skills for automated and manual manufacturing processes.
  • Are comfortable working independently and within a team environment.
  • Thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous, or changing situations.
  • Have strong verbal and written English communication skills.
  • Are proficient with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and Outlook.
  • Demonstrate strong documentation and follow-up skills.

What happens next

Once you apply, you’ll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry—even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more.

Helping you discover what’s next in your career is what we’re all about, so let’s get to work. Apply to be Manufacturing Engineer (3rd Shift Welding Manufacturing Engineer) today!

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly®?

As a worker today, it’s up to you to take charge of your career and look for opportunities to learn, grow, and achieve your potential. Helping you find what’s next is what we’re all about. We know what’s going on in the evolving world of work-just ask the 440,000 people we employ each year. Connecting with us means getting the support, guidance, and opportunities needed to take your career where you may have never imagined.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life-just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice.

Salary : $45 - $49

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