Light Welder
Cary, IL · On-site
$19.75 - $26/hr
Basic proficiency in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding on common steels * Performs basic visual checks; relies on supervisors for final inspection * Assists with setup and routine equipment maintenance
Light Welder
Cary, IL · On-site
$19.75 - $26/hr
Basic proficiency in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding on common steels * Performs basic visual checks; relies on supervisors for final inspection * Assists with setup and routine equipment maintenance
Carry out visual and simple dimensional inspections on raw materials and parts that are plated ... Experience with metal stamping and/or fabrication processes such as laser cutting, forming, welding ...
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Carry out visual and simple dimensional inspections on raw materials and parts that are plated ... Experience with metal stamping and/or fabrication processes such as laser cutting, forming, welding ...
ILUS - Welder
Hobart, IN · On-site
$19.25 - $25.50/hr
Operating welding machine that feeds wire to bond materials * Planning work by interpreting ... visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including ...
ILUS - Welder
Hobart, IN · On-site
$19.25 - $25.50/hr
Operating welding machine that feeds wire to bond materials * Planning work by interpreting ... visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including ...
ILUS - Welder
Hobart, IN · On-site
$19.25 - $25.50/hr
Operating welding machine that feeds wire to bond materials * Planning work by interpreting ... visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including ...
ILUS - Welder
Hobart, IN · On-site
$19.25 - $25.50/hr
Operating welding machine that feeds wire to bond materials * Planning work by interpreting ... visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including ...
Quality Assurance Inspector
Schaumburg, IL · On-site
$24 - $27/hr
Perform detailed quality inspections of products and their components at different stages of production. (Machining, Forming, Welding, Assembly) * Performs and documents visual and dimensional ...
Quality Assurance Inspector
Schaumburg, IL · On-site
$24 - $27/hr
Perform detailed quality inspections of products and their components at different stages of production. (Machining, Forming, Welding, Assembly) * Performs and documents visual and dimensional ...
Quality Assurance Inspector
Schaumburg, IL · On-site
$24 - $27/hr
Perform detailed quality inspections of products and their components at different stages of production. (Machining, Forming, Welding, Assembly) * Performs and documents visual and dimensional ...
Quality Assurance Inspector
Schaumburg, IL · On-site
$24 - $27/hr
Perform detailed quality inspections of products and their components at different stages of production. (Machining, Forming, Welding, Assembly) * Performs and documents visual and dimensional ...
ILUS - Welder 2
Hobart, IN · On-site
$19.75 - $25.50/hr
Operating welding machine that feeds wire to bond materials * Planning work by interpreting ... visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including ...
ILUS - Welder 2
Hobart, IN · On-site
$19.75 - $25.50/hr
Operating welding machine that feeds wire to bond materials * Planning work by interpreting ... visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including ...
Perform visual and dimensional inspection of purchased parts, tight tolerance machined and ... Experience with Metal Stamping and/or Fabrication (Laser Cutting, Forming, Welding and Assembly ...
Perform visual and dimensional inspection of purchased parts, tight tolerance machined and ... Experience with Metal Stamping and/or Fabrication (Laser Cutting, Forming, Welding and Assembly ...
ILUS - Welder
Hobart, IN · On-site
$19.25 - $25.50/hr
Operating welding machine that feeds wire to bond materials * Planning work by interpreting ... Knowledge of quality assurance and self-inspection techniques * Self-motivated and detail-oriented
ILUS - Welder
Hobart, IN · On-site
$19.25 - $25.50/hr
Operating welding machine that feeds wire to bond materials * Planning work by interpreting ... Knowledge of quality assurance and self-inspection techniques * Self-motivated and detail-oriented
ILUS - Welder
$19.25 - $25.50/hr
Operating welding machine that feeds wire to bond materials * Planning work by interpreting ... Knowledge of quality assurance and self-inspection techniques * Self-motivated and detail-oriented
ILUS - Welder
$19.25 - $25.50/hr
Operating welding machine that feeds wire to bond materials * Planning work by interpreting ... Knowledge of quality assurance and self-inspection techniques * Self-motivated and detail-oriented
1st Shift Welder
$18 - $21/hr
Operating welding machine that feeds wire to bond materials * Planning work by interpreting ... visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including ...
1st Shift Welder
$18 - $21/hr
Operating welding machine that feeds wire to bond materials * Planning work by interpreting ... visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including ...
Light Welder
$17 - $17.51/hr
Basic proficiency in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding on common steels * Performs basic visual checks; relies on supervisors for final inspection * Assists with setup and routine equipment maintenance
Light Welder
$17 - $17.51/hr
Basic proficiency in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding on common steels * Performs basic visual checks; relies on supervisors for final inspection * Assists with setup and routine equipment maintenance
Light Welder
Cary, IL · On-site
$17 - $17.51/hr
Basic proficiency in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding on common steels * Performs basic visual checks; relies on supervisors for final inspection * Assists with setup and routine equipment maintenance
Light Welder
Cary, IL · On-site
$17 - $17.51/hr
Basic proficiency in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding on common steels * Performs basic visual checks; relies on supervisors for final inspection * Assists with setup and routine equipment maintenance
ILUS - Welder
Hobart, IN · On-site
$19.25 - $25.50/hr
Operating welding machine that feeds wire to bond materials * Planning work by interpreting ... Knowledge of quality assurance and self-inspection techniques * Self-motivated and detail-oriented
ILUS - Welder
Hobart, IN · On-site
$19.25 - $25.50/hr
Operating welding machine that feeds wire to bond materials * Planning work by interpreting ... Knowledge of quality assurance and self-inspection techniques * Self-motivated and detail-oriented
ILUS - Welder
$19.25 - $25.50/hr
Operating welding machine that feeds wire to bond materials * Planning work by interpreting ... Knowledge of quality assurance and self-inspection techniques * Self-motivated and detail-oriented
ILUS - Welder
$19.25 - $25.50/hr
Operating welding machine that feeds wire to bond materials * Planning work by interpreting ... Knowledge of quality assurance and self-inspection techniques * Self-motivated and detail-oriented
2nd Shift Welder
$20 - $23/hr
Operating welding machine that feeds wire to bond materials * Planning work by interpreting ... visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including ...
2nd Shift Welder
$20 - $23/hr
Operating welding machine that feeds wire to bond materials * Planning work by interpreting ... visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including ...
Light Welder
Cary, IL · On-site
$17 - $17.51/hr
Basic proficiency in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding on common steels * Performs basic visual checks; relies on supervisors for final inspection * Assists with setup and routine equipment maintenance
Light Welder
Cary, IL · On-site
$17 - $17.51/hr
Basic proficiency in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding on common steels * Performs basic visual checks; relies on supervisors for final inspection * Assists with setup and routine equipment maintenance
Light Welder
Cary, IL · On-site
$17 - $17.51/hr
Basic proficiency in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding on common steels * Performs basic visual checks; relies on supervisors for final inspection * Assists with setup and routine equipment maintenance
Light Welder
Cary, IL · On-site
$17 - $17.51/hr
Basic proficiency in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding on common steels * Performs basic visual checks; relies on supervisors for final inspection * Assists with setup and routine equipment maintenance
1st Shift Welder 2
Hobart, IN · On-site
$24 - $30/hr
Operating welding machine that feeds wire to bond materials * Planning work by interpreting ... visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including ...
1st Shift Welder 2
Hobart, IN · On-site
$24 - $30/hr
Operating welding machine that feeds wire to bond materials * Planning work by interpreting ... visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including ...
ILUS - Welder 2
$19.25 - $25.50/hr
Operating welding machine that feeds wire to bond materials * Planning work by interpreting ... Knowledge of quality assurance and self-inspection techniques * Self-motivated and detail-oriented
ILUS - Welder 2
$19.25 - $25.50/hr
Operating welding machine that feeds wire to bond materials * Planning work by interpreting ... Knowledge of quality assurance and self-inspection techniques * Self-motivated and detail-oriented
Contractual Visual Welding Inspector information
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$15.85 - $18.23
11% of jobs
$19.88 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$18.23 - $20.62
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13% of jobs
The median wage is $24.20 / hr.
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$25.39 - $27.78
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$30.17 - $32.55
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How much do contractual visual welding inspector jobs pay per hour?
As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for contractual visual welding inspector in Chicago, IL is $27.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.81 and $33.65 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Chromalox rating
7.6
Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
251st of 494 rated machine equipment manufacturers
Job description
The Role:
As a Light Welder, you will join our Manufacturing Team and support production by performing basic welding tasks, reading simple blueprints, and learning multiple welding processes under close supervision.
Your Responsibilities:
- Perform standard production welds and basic repair welding
- Follow instructions and simple blueprints or work instructions
- Assist with equipment setup and routine maintenance
- Conduct basic visual inspections of welds
- Maintain a clean and safe work area
- Meet production expectations and follow quality procedures
- Other duties as assigned
Our Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED
- Vocational welding training or apprenticeship (preferred)
- Basic AWS or company-specific certifications; working toward advanced qualifications
- Ability to interpret simple blueprints with guidance
- Basic proficiency in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding on common steels
- Performs basic visual checks; relies on supervisors for final inspection
- Assists with setup and routine equipment maintenance
- Learns OSHA standards, PPE use, and fire/ventilation safety
- Works under close supervision with limited decision-making
- Must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship, both now and in the future
Pay Rate: 17.00 - 17.51
About Chromalox
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Industry
Electrical equipment, appliance, and component manufacturing
Company size
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Pittsburgh, PA, US
Year founded
1915