End Welder Operator

Seah-Steel-US; Georgia; On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Seah-Steel-US in Houston, TX is seeking an End Welder to weld metal slit material per plant procedures, ensuring safe and compliant operation on shift. The role requires setup and operation of mill entry, flatteners, end welder, and accumulator, with focus on weld quality and equipment condition.

The candidate should have 1 year welding experience, basic math skills, and strong manual dexterity, with flexibility for overtime and strict safety rules compliance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• 1 year welding experience.
• Experience in OCTG pipe industry preferable.
• Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills.
• Manual dexterity for operating machinery, hand tools and devices.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and welding operations.
• Use hand-welding or flame-cutting equipment to weld or join metal components.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work with a flexible schedule, overtime may be required.
• Understand and follow all location safety rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate mill entry, flatteners, end welder, and accumulator.
• Cross weld quality oversight and control.
• Maintain coil edge condition.
• Remove rough spots from work pieces with portable grinders, files, or scrapers.
• Monitor operation by watching gauges, dials and indicators.
• Review work orders and specs to determine materials needed.
• Move and handle materials safely with hands and arms.
• Inspect equipment, structures, or materials for defects.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Monitor information to detect problems or events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Welding

Manual dexterity

Verbal & written communication

Flexibility / overtime

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Full Time Houston, TX, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1260

Salary Range: $20.00 To $22.50 Hourly

Job Purpose

The End Welder shall operate in the functions of welding metal slitted material in accordance with plant policies and procedures. He/she will ensure a safe and compliant operation during his/her shift.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for the setup and operation of mill entry, Flatteners, End Welder Machine and Accumulator.
• Responsible for cross weld quality
• Responsible for coil edge condition.
• Remove rough spots from work pieces, using portable grinders, hand files, or scrapers.
• Operation Monitoring - Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
• Review work orders and specifications to determine materials needed to be processed.
• Handling and Moving Objects - Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
• Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
• Responsible for performing routine PM of equipment.
• Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications / Competencies

• High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Years of Experience:
  • 1 year experience in welding.
  • At least Knowledge and experience within the OCTG pipe industry is preferable.
  • Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills required.
  • Manual dexterity required for operating machinery, hand tools and hand held technical devices.
  • Knowledge of the manufacturing processes, procedures, and welding operation.
  • Use hand-welding or flame-cutting equipment to weld or join metal components.
• Personal Competencies:
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Employees must be able to work with a flexible schedule, which may require over-time.
  • Understands all applicable location safety rules and regulations and makes sure that all are being followed.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment.
• Loose-fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted on site.
• The ability to lift 25/50 pounds regularly.
• The ability to respond quickly to sounds.
• The ability to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces.
• The ability to see and respond to dangerous situations.
• The ability to safely climb ladders while carrying 40 pounds.
• The ability to work in loud, hot environments/extreme weather while wearing required PPE.
• Ability to see 20-20 when corrected.
• Ability to identify and distinguish colors.