Production Painter/Fiberglass

Welker, Inc; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision insurance

401k plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Welker, Inc in Sugar Land, TX seeks a self-motivated Production Painter/Fiberglass Laminator to join the Assembly team. The right candidate will apply epoxy, sandblast as needed, and assemble fiberglass cases with precision, under supervision as required.

Responsibilities include using the ERP system for work orders, reading drawings, and safely operating a forklift (certification provided). The role is full-time, daytime, with occasional overtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical courses in related field preferred.
• Excellent communication with team and supervisory staff; professional demeanor essential.
• Ability to read machine drawings, routers, and bill of materials.
• Experience with painting, fiberglass, and sandblasting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Use Welker's ERP system to understand and execute work order instructions.
• Operate an industrial spray gun to apply epoxy and perform sandblasting as needed.
• Construct fiberglass cases and assemblies per specifications.
• Operate a forklift to move heavy parts; forklift certification will be provided.

Skills

Communication

Technical Aptitude

Work Ethic

Attention to Detail

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Paint/application tools

Fiberglass fabrication

Sandblasting equipment

Job description

About Us

A family-owned company in Sugar Land, Texas, Welker designs and manufactures innovative solutions for the oil and gas industry and beyond. With 65+ years of industry experience, ERP system, 3D CAD software, and on-site manual and computer-aided machines, we are a one-stop-shop for industry-leading products, turnkey solutions, and worldwide service. If you're looking to make a difference at a dynamic, forward-looking company, Welker might be the right fit for you.

About Our Production Painter/Fiberglass Laminator

We are looking for a self-motivated individual to join our Assembly team! Our ideal candidate is passionate about creating high quality products with minimal supervision. Accuracy and precision are essential to success in this role. If you have a talent for utilizing industrial tools safely and efficiently, this is the position for you!

Responsibilities

• Utilize Welker's ERP system to understand and execute work order instructions
• Use an industrial pressure spray gun; apply epoxy and sandblast as needed
• Construct fiberglass cases
• Operate a forklift to move heavy parts to designated areas - certification will be provided

These are some of the more frequent tasks you could expect to perform during your workday, but you may be called upon to fulfill other duties as needed.

Key Skills

• Communication: Interact with peers, team leads, and managers in a kind, positive, and professional manner, because good communication is essential for a successful day
• Technical Aptitude: Adept with interpreting machine drawings, routers, and bill of materials
• Work Ethic: Production focused with a highly developed sense of urgency and prioritization; ability to handle multiple complex tasks within tight deadline parameters
• Attention to Detail: Make a conscious effort to focus on quality and safety; ensure specifications are met and use good judgment to determine workflow sequences

The Welker team is a diverse and motivated group. These key skills keep our Assembly department running smoothly.

Qualifications

• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role - working on your feet for up to 90% of the day in an area that is not climate controlled
• Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50 lbs
• High School diploma or equivalent; supplemented with technical courses in a related field preferred
• Experience with painting, fiberglass, and sandblasting is a plus

This is a full-time, in person position working daytime hours Monday-Friday. Some Saturdays and overtime are available as needed. The starting salary is determined by experience, education, and potential. Welker cares for our employees, so we offer competitive benefits including paid time off, paid holidays, health/dental/vision insurance, 401k, and tuition reimbursement.