Manufacturing Finish Welder - Night Shift - HOLT Manufacturing

ZipRecruiter; Woodway (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled welders to join their dynamic team. This role involves developing welding guidelines, interpreting blueprints, and performing various welding processes. You'll be part of a collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement, where your skills will contribute to high-quality product delivery. With opportunities for professional development and a robust benefits program, this position offers a chance to grow your career while ensuring safety and quality in all operations. If you are passionate about welding and looking for a rewarding opportunity, this is the place for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Care

401(k) Matching

Profit-Sharing Plan

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Development Programs

Front-Loaded PTO Program

Qualifications

• 5+ years of welding experience with multiple certifications.
• Proficiency in interpreting blueprints and welding symbols.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing welding guidelines and procedures.
• Perform welding tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Skills

Welding Symbols

Blueprint Interpretation

Construction Math

Metallurgy

Technical Report Writing

Cutting Torch Proficiency

Problem Solving Skills

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma

Welding Certifications (FCAW, GMAW, SMAW)

Tools

Pneumatic Tools

Power Tools

Hand Tools

Overhead Cranes

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

What can HOLT Manufacturing offer you?

• A competitive salary, commensurate with your experience and competencies.
• A comprehensive and robust benefits program that includes complete health care, 401(k) matching & Profit-Sharing plan (ROTH and traditional), paid holidays, and a front-loaded PTO program.
• A Tuition Reimbursement program to support the pursuit of accredited college courses.
• An employee development program with professional development staff that allows you to grow your skills and build your competencies to prepare you for future opportunities at HOLT.

Essential Functions:

• Follows and assists in the development of weld guidelines and procedures for subassemblies and full products utilizing various tools and fixtures
• Teams with engineering to develop new fabrication weldment procedures utilizing drawings, blueprints, and welding symbols in coordination with current standard work
• Participate in Rapid Improvement Workshops (RIWs) and Kaizen events to continuously improve processes, safety, and quality
• Performs skills to interpret blueprints, drawings, and all welding processes through weld symbols and callouts
• Trained in confined space safety requirements and procedures, and performs with the safety of self and others as a priority in all confined space situations
• Performs basic skills to complete work orders, fabrication, and welding on the product and its components
• Ensures all weldments comply with specific welding codes, procedures, and quality standards
• Performs complex carbon arc gouging, oxy/acetylene torch cutting, and welding of multiple different welding processes
• Performs and completes tasks with minimal supervision
• Assists with training, coaching, and mentoring Finish Welder I and Weld Fabricators
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; e.g., ProTech Welder Training Paths
• Performs processes as outlined in Standard Work to develop and maintain consistency between shifts and areas
• Transports material in the area or between areas utilizing overhead cranes, jibs, carts, magnets, and other devices
• Works as a member of the manufacturing team to provide high-quality products that satisfy the customer (internal and external) and achieve manufacturing goals
• Owns performance of equipment and work area through regular operator checks and maintenance resulting in operational equipment and work areas in good, clean, and orderly condition (Operator Performed Maintenance – OPM, and 5S)
• Observes and adheres to all safety aspects/policies/training/callouts at all times and requires reporting of all near misses and incidents
• Adheres to contamination control and HAZMAT rules and regulations
• Performs quality inspections, completes reports/documents, and any other necessary paperwork, and enforces required rework after the customer
• Communicate variances to established processes for an area or product
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Works overtime as required by workload and customers’ needs
• Requires regular and punctual employee attendance

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees at different levels of the organization
• Knowledge of equipment and dimensional tools, including their uses, and maintenance
• Knowledge of specification and drawing interpretations; e.g. drawings, blueprints, and computers, and use of equipment needed to fabricate and perform the tasks at hand
• Knowledge and experience with welding symbols, construction math, metallurgy, and technical report writing
• Knowledge of multiple welding areas across multiple manufacturing value streams
• Ability to deal with problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations including defining problem description and next steps (containment)
• Knowledge of current computer software, related hardware, and machine electronic systems
• Display good work habits, accuracy and exceptional attention to detail, and quality of work and awareness
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrates proficiency skills with a cutting torch, layout and fit-up tools, blueprints, drawings, and defined welding processes
• The ability to demonstrate technical skills as a skilled welder and fabricator to effectively perform assigned welding tasks
• Adaptable to changing schedules and exhibits time management skills
• Ability to follow logical troubleshooting and standard operating procedures when performing welding processes
• Ability to develop thinking and problem-solving skills to learn and understand the Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) process
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with a strong work ethic being dependable, reliable, and honest with demonstrated integrity
• Ability to follow standard work to ensure quality work
• Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, and equipment used in fabrication and welding
• Knowledge of portable bore welding equipment and different NDT methods
• Ability to work in confined space entry; Methane/02 Deficiency
• Required to be a self-starter and self-motivated with an exceptional safety record

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of five years’ experience of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience ; five years or more required
• Multiple Welding Certifications required in the FCAW, GMAW, and SMAW welding processes in the 1-3 G/F positions

Additional Requirements:

• Valid Driver’s license Required
• Required PC skills to use MS Office and Holt Operating System (DBS, SIS)

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Travel:

• None

Physical Requirements:

• A significant amount of time standing, walking, kneeling, crouching, stooping, climbing, and reaching
• Constant movement and use of limbs, and hands, this position requires good manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina
• Ascends/descends with gradual or continuous progress by oneself, using both hands and feet and climbing up and down ladders and/or equipment
• Routinely reacts to visual, auditory, and other signals, including alarms and instructions, and is required to visually inspect work
• Must be able to move objects and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue
• Be able to maneuver safely and work underneath blocked and cribbed equipment
• Frequently lifts and moves materials and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.

Work Environment:

• Requires wearing proper protective and safety equipment (PPE)
• Regularly works around moving equipment and is exposed to flashes of light from welding, and loud noise levels
• Exposure to small quantities of chemicals, dust, steam, high-pressure water, and high-speed rotating equipment
• Required to perform work in cramped spaces and/or on elevated surfaces and/or designated confined spaces

• Possible exposure to minor burns and cuts – must be reported for proper treatment

Disclaimer:

Please note that the above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the incumbents so classified. All incumbents may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities, as needed.

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