Assembler/Helper

Smith Industries; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Dental insurance

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Smith Industries, LLC is seeking a reliable Assembler/Helper to support fabrication and welding operations. The role involves assembling components, maintaining equipment, and ensuring work is performed safely and to quality standards.

Candidate should be a team player with a strong work ethic and commitment to safety, able to read basic prints, follow directions, and learn welding/fabrication tasks in a fast-paced industrial setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Willingness to learn and take direction.

Responsibilities

• Follow all company safety policies and procedures at all times.
• Wear PPE and report unsafe conditions immediately.
• Exercise stop-work authority when work cannot be performed safely.
• Report all incidents and accidents promptly.
• Assist with welding and fabrication tasks using hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment.
• Read and interpret basic prints and drawings as needed.
• Inspect workpieces for defects and ensure they meet specifications.
• Maintain equipment and ensure tools are in proper working condition.
• Assist with dismantling metal assemblies and cutting materials using thermal-cutting equipment (torch or plasma).
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Climb ladders and work on scaffolding as required.
• Complete all required safety and job training.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisors or lead personnel.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Dental insurance
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Smith Industries, LLC is seeking a reliable and hardworking Assembler/Helper to support fabrication and welding operations. This position assists with assembling components, maintaining equipment, and ensuring all work is completed safely and according to quality standards. The ideal candidate is a team player with a strong work ethic and commitment to safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow all company safety policies and procedures at all times
• Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and report unsafe conditions immediately
• Exercise stop-work authority when work cannot be performed safely
• Report all incidents and accidents promptly
• Assist with welding and fabrication tasks using hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment
• Read and interpret basic prints and drawings as needed
• Inspect workpieces for defects and ensure they meet specifications
• Maintain equipment and ensure tools are in proper working condition
• Assist with dismantling metal assemblies and cutting materials using thermal‑cutting equipment (torch or plasma)
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Climb ladders and work on scaffolding as required
• Complete all required safety and job training
• Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisors or lead personnel

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent experience preferred
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively in a team environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Willingness to learn and take direction

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and/or walk for up to 90% of the workday
• Frequent bending, squatting, and climbing ladders or stairs
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds occasionally
• Must be able to judge distances, heights, and weights accurately

Work Environment

• Industrial/shop environment with exposure to welding equipment, machinery, and varying temperatures
• Must be able to work safely in a fast‑paced setting