Skilled - Assembly Welder

QPS Employment Group; Houston (TX); Sur place; USD 28 000 - 30 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

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.

Responsabilités

• 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.

Connaissances

MIG welding

Blueprint reading

Measurement tools

Layout & fit-up

Formation

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Outils

Brake Press

Shears

Plasma Cutter

Overhead Crane

CNC Laser

Ironworker

Band Saw

Welding Machine

Grinding Tool

Description du poste

Assembly Welder

Wage: $20.00-$22.00/hour

Shift: 1st

Hours: 5:30am-4:00pm Monday-Thursday

Location: Houston, TX

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
• 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
• Maintain a clean and safe work area each day and return tools to their proper locations

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Certification in MIG welding
• Experience operating brake press, shears, or plasma cutters
• Prior experience in industrial or modular fabrication environments
• 1-3 years of experience in metal fabrication or welding
• Ability to read blueprints and use of measurement tools
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods
• Blueprint and drawing interpretation
• MIG welding proficiency (mild and stainless steel)
• Structural fit-up and layout accuracy
• Equipment setup and operation (press brake, plasma cutter, shears)
• Dimensional verification and QA documentation
• 2+ years of experience in the use of basic tools (squares, clamps, fillet gauge, angle grinder, etc.) required
• 2+ 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

About QPS Employment Group

QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment.

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