Rockford, IL 61109 • (9.1 miles) • Full Time • $27.00 to $38.00 / hr • 10/17/2026

The weekend shift schedule is three 12-hour days (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) from 6:00am to 6:00pm. Caldwell provides a weekend shift differential 22% of gross earnings per pay bi-weekly pay period. The Robot Weld Operator position is responsible for operating one or more industrial robots to fabricate metal parts or assemblies to specification by applying basic knowledge of welding theory on production. Job Duties: Clamps, holds, grinds, or bolts component parts to object required configurations and positions for welding Moves machine controls and guides to adjust machine Performs program edits to correct if a collision, fault, or error message occurs with the robot. Unloads welded parts from the robotic welder and places them on appropriate containers and skids. Performs basic MIG welding

Lake in the Hills, IL 60156 • (39.4 miles) • Full Time • $20.00 to $22.00 / hr • 10/18/2026

Description: POSITION SUMMARY Direct Dimension is seeking a Robotic Welding Operator that would be responsible for operating and monitoring the robotic welding cell to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production. This position loads and unloads parts, performs basic fit-up and tack welding, monitors weld quality, performs routine inspections, and supports production objectives while maintaining established quality and safety standards. This role is ideal for individuals with welding and manufacturing experience who are interested in automation and advanced manufacturing technology. WHAT YOU WILL DO ROBOTIC WELDING OPERATIONS · Operate and monitor robotic welding equipment · Load and unload parts into welding fixtures · Start, monitor, and verify robotic welding cycles · Inspect com

South Beloit, IL 61080 • (29.2 miles) • Full Time • $30.00 to $38.00 / hr • 10/19/2026

Welding Quality Assurance Inspector II A day in the life You start your shift on the production floor of a heavy manufacturing shop, walking the line before the first arc strikes. You verify fit-up and alignment, check root gaps, confirm the correct WPS is posted, and compare details against the latest drawings. As welding progresses, you move station to station, performing in-process checks and capturing measurements with gauges, calipers, and micrometers. You flag discontinuities, document findings, and collaborate with fabricators to correct issues in real time. Before anything ships, you complete final visual inspections and, when needed, support or perform NDT (MT, PT, UT). Throughout the day, you keep meticulous records and contribute ideas that make the shop safer, faster, and more