Skilled - Welder/Fitter

QPS Employment Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

QPS Employment Group is seeking a Welder/Fitter in Houston, TX for an opportunity on the 1st shift. The role involves interpreting weld drawings, MIG welding mild and stainless steel, and assembling structural components.

Responsibilities include measuring, fitting, and aligning parts with layout tools, operating shear, brake press, plasma cutter, and crane equipment, and maintaining QA documentation to ensure conformance with drawings.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in metal fabrication or welding.
• Ability to read blueprints and use measurement tools.
• MIG welding proficiency (mild and stainless steel).
• Structural fit-up and layout accuracy.
• Dimensional verification and QA documentation.

Responsibilities

• Interpret fabrication and weld drawings to prepare, align, and assemble components.
• Perform MIG welding on mild and stainless steel per quality standards.
• Measure, fit, and align channels, beams, and components using squares and layout tools.
• Operate shear, brake press, plasma cutters, and overhead cranes safely.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Measurement tools

MIG welding

Structural fit-up

QA documentation

Tools

MIG welding equipment

Brake press

Plasma cutter

Job description

QPS Employment Group is hiring a Welder/Fitter for a company in Houston, TX. This is an opportunity for hire role on 1st shift.

Position Title: Welder/Fitter
Wage: $22.00-$28.00/hour
Shift: 1st
Hours: 5:30am-4:00pm Monday-Thursday

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

• 1-3 years of experience in metal fabrication or welding
• Ability to read blueprints and use measurement tools
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods
• Blueprint and drawing interpretation
• 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)
• Dimensional verification and QA documentation

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