Sub Arc Welder

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 34,095 - 48,560; Full time

Job summary

Kaizen Lab Inc. in Fort Worth, Texas is seeking an experienced Sub Arc Welder to support production in the Welding Department. This role requires at least 5 years of experience in submerged arc welding, the ability to read blueprints, and a strong focus on safety and quality. The position offers a pay rate of $30.00 per hour with immediate hiring needs.

The work environment is industrial, involving exposure to hot work and the use of required PPE. Interested candidates should be ready to contribute immediately in a fast-paced fabrication environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in submerged arc welding or similar work.
• Ability to read blueprints and welding procedures accurately.
• Strong measurement and shop math skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate submerged arc welding equipment.
• Interpret blueprints and select correct settings for weld quality.
• Inspect finished welds and make necessary repairs.

Skills

Submerged arc welding

Blueprint interpretation

Weld quality assessment

Material handling

Job description

Position Overview

Willbanks Metals, Inc. is hiring a skilled Sub Arc Welder to support production in our Welding Department. This role is responsible for setting up and operating submerged arc welding equipment to produce quality welds on plate, structural components, and fabricated assemblies. The ideal candidate is experienced, dependable, safety-focused, and ready to contribute immediately in a fast-paced fabrication environment.

What You Will Do

• Set up, operate, and monitor submerged arc welding equipment to complete production welds per drawings and welding procedures.
• Interpret blueprints, weld symbols, process travelers, and job requirements before welding begins.
• Select correct wire, flux, and machine settings to achieve required weld quality and penetration.
• Perform fit-up support, tacking, and multi-pass welds on plate and fabricated components as needed.
• Inspect finished welds visually and with gauges, and complete repairs when required.
• Handle material safely using overhead cranes, forklifts, and rigging equipment.
• Maintain equipment, manage flux properly, and keep the work area clean, organized, and safe.

What We Are Looking For

• Minimum 5 years of experience in submerged arc welding or comparable heavy plate/structural welding work.
• Ability to read blueprints, weld symbols, and welding procedures accurately.
• Working knowledge of SAW processes, weld quality requirements, joint preparation, and distortion control.
• Experience working in a fabrication, pressure vessel, or similar industrial welding environment.
• Strong measurement, shop math, and material handling skills.
• Dependable work history, strong safety habits, and commitment to quality and production schedules.

Compensation & Schedule

• Pay rate: $30.00 per hour.
• Non-exempt hourly position.
• Immediate hiring need; this position is expected to be filled as soon as possible.
• Schedule and shift details will be discussed during the hiring process.

Work Environment

• Industrial welding environment with exposure to hot work, sparks, fumes, moving equipment, and variable temperatures.
• Frequent standing, bending, reaching, climbing, and welding for extended periods.
• Use of required PPE, including welding hood, gloves, safety glasses, protective clothing, and steel-toe boots.