MIG Welder - 1st Shift (Houston) $20-$22/hr

QPS Employment Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

QPS Employment Group is seeking an Assembly Welder in Houston, TX. The successful candidate will interpret fabrication drawings, set up and MIG-weld structural components in mild and stainless steel, and perform final QA to ensure conformance to drawings.

This role operates first shift, 5:30am-4:00pm Monday-Thursday, offering stable hours and opportunities in an industrial fabrication environment. A high school diploma, MIG welding certification, and blueprint-reading skills are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification in MIG welding preferred.
• Able to read blueprints and measurement tools.
• Experience in metal fabrication or welding.

Responsibilities

• Interpret fabrication and weld drawings to prepare, align, and assemble components.
• Perform MIG welding on mild and stainless steel per quality standards.
• Measure and fit channels, beams using squares and layout tools.
• Operate brake press, shears, torches, plasma cutters, and overhead cranes.
• Finish work with grinding and cleaning, verify conformance to drawings.
• Follow QA procedures, document inspection results, and report issues.
• Maintain 5S-compliant, clean, safe work areas.
• Communicate with supervisors and cross-functional teams on progress.
• Notify lead or inspector when product is ready for inspection.
• Return tools to proper locations and keep area organized.

Skills

MIG welding

Blueprint reading

Measurement tools

Layout & fit-up

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Brake Press

Shears

Plasma Cutter

Overhead Crane

CNC Laser

Ironworker

Band Saw

Welding Machine

Grinding Tool

Job description

QPS Employment Group is seeking an Assembly Welder in Houston, TX. The successful candidate will interpret fabrication drawings, set up and MIG-weld structural components in mild and stainless steel, and perform final QA to ensure conformance to drawings.

This role operates first shift, 5:30am-4:00pm Monday-Thursday, offering stable hours and opportunities in an industrial fabrication environment. A high school diploma, MIG welding certification, and blueprint-reading skills are required.