General Machine

Overview

Join General Machine as a Precision Fabrication Welder in Freeburg, IL, where we craft complex solutions for customers who expect the best. Our growing machine shop and fabricator is known for exacting quality standards and consistently surpassing expectations.

Responsibilities

• Build and fit metal structures and equipment using a range of welding processes.
• Translate blueprints, prints, and schematics into precise setups and high-quality welds.
• Weld confidently in flat, vertical, and overhead positions.
• Verify your own work with thorough quality checks to ensure every weld meets spec.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments to complete work accurately.
• Coordinate with teammates to sequence tasks and hit deadlines.
• Perform basic maintenance and routine inspections on welding gear to keep everything running smoothly.

Requirements

• Hands-on welding and fabrication experience, including FCAW and Stick techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and schematics with confidence.
• Strong troubleshooting approach for tackling fit-up, distortion, and process issues.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to consistent, high-quality results.
• Thrives working both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced setting.
• Comfort with forklifts and cranes is preferred.
• Background in machining or related trades is a plus, not a requirement.