Company
RINGWOOD COMPANY
Location
Chicago, IL
Job type
Full-time
Salary
34 an hour
Via
via Indeed
Job description
Welder – Bedford Park, IL
Weld-Rite Services, Inc. is an industrial metal fabrication company serving the Chicago area since 1946. We are known for our high quality of work along with extensive knowledge in all phases of our field.
Our partnered companies Ringwood Company (ringwoodstarchmix.com) and Ducker Ringwood Automation LLC (ducker-ringwood.com) are international equipment manufacturing companies. We build conveying systems, material handling systems, environmental systems and starch adhesive systems designed for the corrugated box industry.
We currently have an opening for a Welder. This position requires a qualified incumbent with a good attitude and a desire to progress and improve their skills while taking on new projects.
Qualifications/Requirements
· MIG, TIG, and Stick welding skills
· Need basic tools and equipment for this position
· Read, interpret, and understand blueprints and assemble weldments accurately
· Use of power tools (i.e., drills, saws, and hand grinders)
· Dependent of job order, you must be able to work standing, kneeling, bending, reaching. Stooping, walking.
· Each approved candidate will be tested on the abilities during the hiring process
· Pass a certification test
· Must be able to read, write and understand English
· Must pass all required screenings (background, drug and physical and lift screenings)
· Valid Driver’s License in good standing
We Are Offering
· A clean and safe work environment
· Compensation and Benefits (i.e., healthcare, vacation, PTO, holidays, 401k, and other).
· One shift only shop (Monday through Friday, sometimes Saturdays as needed).
Apply through this job board
Weld-Rite Services offers a generous salary and benefits package.
We are located near Midway Airport.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Pay: From $34.00 per hour
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Weld-Rite Services, Inc. is an industrial metal fabrication company serving the Chicago area since 1946. We are known for our high quality of work along with extensive knowledge in all phases of our field.
Our partnered companies Ringwood Company (ringwoodstarchmix.com) and Ducker Ringwood Automation LLC (ducker-ringwood.com) are international equipment manufacturing companies. We build conveying systems, material handling systems, environmental systems and starch adhesive systems designed for the corrugated box industry.
We currently have an opening for a Welder. This position requires a qualified incumbent with a good attitude and a desire to progress and improve their skills while taking on new projects.
Qualifications/Requirements
· MIG, TIG, and Stick welding skills
· Need basic tools and equipment for this position
· Read, interpret, and understand blueprints and assemble weldments accurately
· Use of power tools (i.e., drills, saws, and hand grinders)
· Dependent of job order, you must be able to work standing, kneeling, bending, reaching. Stooping, walking.
· Each approved candidate will be tested on the abilities during the hiring process
· Pass a certification test
· Must be able to read, write and understand English
· Must pass all required screenings (background, drug and physical and lift screenings)
· Valid Driver’s License in good standing
We Are Offering
· A clean and safe work environment
· Compensation and Benefits (i.e., healthcare, vacation, PTO, holidays, 401k, and other).
· One shift only shop (Monday through Friday, sometimes Saturdays as needed).
Apply through this job board
Weld-Rite Services offers a generous salary and benefits package.
We are located near Midway Airport.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Pay: From $34.00 per hour
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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Quick answers about Welder Jobs in United States
Q
What is the starting salary for entry-level welder jobs in the US in 2026?
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the 10th percentile annual wage for welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers at $38,700, or $18.60 per hour, as projected for 2026. Most entry-level positions require on-the-job training and pay between $18.60 and $22.00 per hour depending on location. Overtime pay is at least 1.5 times the regular rate over 40 hours per week.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Q
What work visa do I need as a foreign welder to work in the US in 2026?
Foreign welders can apply for H-2B temporary non-agricultural work visas, requiring a temporary labor certification from DOL valid for up to 12 months. USCIS approves H-2B petitions with a FY2026 cap of 68,500 visas after exemptions. Employers must prove no US workers available and pay prevailing wage of at least $24.50 per hour.
Source: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Q
What education and experience do I need to qualify for welder jobs in 2026?
A high school diploma or equivalent is required, plus 3 to 6 months of on-the-job training or a DOL-registered apprenticeship program lasting 1-2 years. No college degree is needed, but 1-2 years of experience boosts hiring chances. About 49,800 annual openings are projected through 2033 for qualified candidates.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Q
What documents are required to apply for welder jobs through US government programs?
Submit a resume, high school diploma, proof of apprenticeship completion via DOL Registered Apprenticeship ID, and AWS certification if held. For federal contractor jobs, include Form ETA-9062 for compliance. Applications via Apprenticeship.gov require SSN and training hours log.
Source: U.S. Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration