MIG Weld Technician – Industrial Panel Fabrication

Panelmatic-Inc.-1; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, HSA, termLife

AD&D, STD, LTD

401(k) matching

Paid time off & holidays

Education reimbursement

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Panelmatic, Inc. is seeking a skilled Assembly Weld Technician to join our manufacturing team.

The role builds frames, bases, and assemblies that form the backbone of our engineered enclosures, requiring craftsmanship, precision, and teamwork to meet specifications and quality standards. You will progress through tiers I-III based on demonstrated skill, independence, and contributions to the team, perform MIG welds on mild and stainless steel, read drawings, operate brakes and torches, maintain

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification in MIG welding.
• Prior experience in industrial or modular fabrication environments.
• 1-3 years of experience in metal fabrication or welding.
• US work authorization without sponsorship required
• Ability to read blueprints and use measurement tools.
• MIG welding proficiency (mild and stainless steel).
• Structural fit-up and layout accuracy
• Equipment setup and operation (press brake, plasma cutter, shears).
• Dimensionnel verification and QA documentation.
• Two plus years of experience in the use basic tools (squares, clamps, fillet gauge, angle grinder, etc.)
• Two plus years of experience in shear, brake press, turret punch, CNC laser, ironworker, band saw, welding machine, cutting torch, plasma cutter, grinder, overhead crane, ratchet straps, and other hand tools required

Responsibilities

• Interpret fabrication and weld drawings accurately to prepare, align, and assemble structural components.
• Perform MIG welding on mild and stainless steel in accordance with established quality standards.
• Measure, fit, and align channels, beams, and components using squares, grinders, and layout tools.
• Operate shears, brake press, torches, plasma cutters, and overhead cranes safely and efficiently.
• Conduct finishing work including grinding, cleaning, and verification of conformance to drawings.
• Follow quality assurance procedures, check for distortion, and document inspection results.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas aligned with 5S principles, returning tools to their proper locations each day.
• Communicate proactively with supervisors and cross-functional teams regarding materials, progress, and issues.
• Notify the lead person or Inspector when the product is ready for inspection
• Assemble building components used in power distribution and control system buildings.
• Read and interpret drawing packages, detail drawings, blueprints, and bills of materials (BOMs).
• Install and assemble wall panels, ceiling panels, roof structures, trim, door openings, steel support structures, wall penetration frames, interior wall liners, insulation, door systems and hardware.
• Perform in process checks for correct dimensions including, penetration locations, rough opening sizes and locations, individual panel sizes, overall building dimensions and squareness.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and specialty equipment safely and effectively.
• Conduct visual inspections of completed assemblies.
• Ensure all assemblies meet quality, safety, and customer requirements.
• Maintain production documentation and accurately record completed work.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and efficiency.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.]
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Skills

MIG welding

Blueprint reading

Measurement tools

QA documentation

Safety awareness

5S/organization

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

MIG welding certification

Tools

Brake press

Plasma cutter

Torches

Grinders

Overhead crane

Job description

Panelmatic, Inc. is seeking a skilled Assembly Weld Technician to join our manufacturing team.

The role builds frames, bases, and assemblies that form the backbone of our engineered enclosures, requiring craftsmanship, precision, and teamwork to meet specifications and quality standards. You will progress through tiers I-III based on demonstrated skill, independence, and contributions to the team, perform MIG welds on mild and stainless steel, read drawings, operate brakes and torches, maintain