Master Welder

ELLWOOD Group Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus and Profit Sharing

401(k) with Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Health, Dental, Vision

Job summary

Ellwood Technical Welding in Houston, TX is seeking a Master Welder with deep expertise across all welding processes to uphold the highest fabrication standards. This role requires proven craftsmanship, reliability, and the ability to guide others on the shop floor.

You will lead shifts, mentor junior welders, read blueprints and welding drawings, and weld to exact specs on exotic materials. Minimum 5 years of experience and advanced qualification tests are required for this position.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred, not required.
• Experience welding with exotic materials.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience.
• Must be able to read blueprints and welding drawings.
• Ability to perform algebra and basic trigonometry, and read welding procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead the workforce on assigned shifts with a strong focus on quality.
• Define work instructions and welding procedures with supervisor direction.
• Maintain clean, organized work area and proper tool storage.
• Trains and mentors lower‑level employees and can act as Team Leader when needed.
• Read blueprints, interpret welding drawings, and ensure proper layout and fitting.

Skills

GTAW

GTAW-P

Tri-Pulse

SMAW

SAW

PAW

GMAW

FCAW

Exotic materials

Team leadership

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Vocational welding training (preferred)

Job description

A Master Welder is a top-tier welding professional with deep, proven expertise across all welding processes. This individual not only meets, but exceeds the highest standards required of a Fabrication Welder. With multiple advanced qualifications in each process, the Master Welder brings exceptional craftsmanship, consistency, and technical precision to every project.A Master Welder will support company goals through outstanding productivity and quality, actively seek opportunities to improve workflows, and help guide & lead others through actions, not words. Reliability is a hallmark of this role, impeccable attendance, strong professionalism, and a clean disciplinary record are essential.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred, not required.
• Vocational diploma or training in welding a plus not required
• Experience welding with exotic materials
• Minimum 5 years’ experience to be eligible for this role

Essential Functions

Essential functions, as defined under the American with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is illustrative ONLY and is not comprehensive listing of all function and tasks performed by position in this class. It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned. This listing is subject to change at any time and additional responsibilities can be added as business conditions require.

• Have mastered and have excellent proven understanding of all of the processes performed by ETW.
• This includes passing weld qualification tests for the following but is not limited to: GTAW, GTAW-P, Tri-Pulse, SMAW, SAW, PAW, GMAW or FCAW
• Ability to perform open root welding in fixed positions.
• Ability to work with a variety of exotic materials (i.e.: Aluminum, Carbon Steel, Copper, Stainless Steel, etc.)
• Leads the workforce on assigned shifts with a high focus on quality
• Takes ownership over the results of work performed and defines the requirements of work instructions, welding procedures and supervisor/team lead direction.
• Always keep a neat and tidy work area. All tools to be neatly stored and kept in good condition.
• Perform daily, weekly and monthly cleaning of both your area and other areas of the shop when assigned, this includes taking out trash, sweeping, mopping & straightening.
• Grind, polish, wire wheel and prepare parts for welding as instructed.
• Use cleaners to clean parts before welding.
• Can read and understand blueprints and welding drawings to properly lay out parts.
• Can perform math including algebra and basic trigonometry.
• Can fully read and understand welding procedures.
• Can communicate and job instructions and direct fitter helper with project assignments
• Maintain an impeccable attendance record with ability to work rotating shifts, overtime, and/or weekends as necessary
• Demonstrates teamwork and the ability to work effectively with coworkers, supervisors, managers, customers, third party representatives and others as required.
• Perform all tasks in a safe and responsible manner in accordance with company safety and quality policies.
• Trains and mentors lower-level employees
• Can act as Team Leader in day-to-day operations when needed.
• Follow daily procedures and protocols as provided in job orientations and trainings.
• Understands and drives company objectives to the team members

Company Benefits:

• Competitive compensation with eligibility for Bonus and Profit Sharing
• 401(k) retirement plan with Employer Match and Discretionary Quarterly Basic Contributions
• Paid Time Off
• Affordable health care, dental, and vision plans with eligibility upon hire date
• Healthcare FSA and Dependent care FSA
• Company-Paid Life, AD&D, and disability benefits

Ellwood Technical Welding (previously known as C&J Cladding LLC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Minorities/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

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