Welder

Dixon Valve & Coupling Company LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Training opportunities

Paid vacation, PTO, and holidays

Gym reimbursements

Job summary

The Dixon Group in Houston, TX is seeking a skilled Welder to join our production team. You will perform MIG and TIG welding on industrial components, ensure weld quality, and prepare materials to meet tight specifications.

We value veterans and provide training opportunities, competitive compensation, and benefits. A high school diploma and welding program completion are required, with certification preferred or obtainable after hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Formal welding program or apprenticeship preferred.
• Production experience with MIG and TIG welding.
• Ability to read blueprints and welding symbols (AWS).
• Ability to lift and stand for extended periods; safety conscious.
• Welding certification preferred or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Perform production-level MIG and TIG welding on industrial components.
• Use torches and grinding tools for prep and finishing welds.
• Complete pre-weld processes like sandblasting and basic machining for fit.
• Maintain clean work area and inspect welds for quality.
• Perform routine maintenance and calibration of welding equipment.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Blueprint reading

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational/Technical welding program

Tools

MIG/TIG welding equipment

Job description

Welder
Location: 6525 Homestead Road, Houston, TX 77028
Work Hours: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM, Monday through Friday
Pay Range: Competitive Compensation

Make the Right Connection—Build Your Career with Dixon!

The Dixon Group is seeking a highly motivated Welderto join our production team! If you are a precision-focused craftsperson with experience in both MIG and TIG welding and ready to contribute to the creation of high-quality, essential industrial products, we invite you to apply! In this crucial role, you will be responsible for executing high-quality welds and preparing materials to meet our strict production standards.

At The Dixon Group, we value the contributions of our Military Veterans and proudly employ our nation’s heroes. Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

What You'll Do:

• Perform production-level MIG (GMAW) and TIG (GTAW) welding on specialized industrial fluid transfer products, ensuring all work meets required specifications and quality control standards.
• Utilize oxygen/acetylene torches to cut metals, and operate hand/power grinding tools to clean surfaces, bevel edges, fit metals together, and remove slag.
• Execute essential pre-weld processes, including sandblasting, grinding, and manual machining (e.g., use of lathes or mills for prep), to guarantee optimal material fit and weld integrity.
• Adhere strictly to all safety protocols and procedures, maintain a clean and organized work area, and regularly inspect finished welds for quality assurance.
• Perform routine maintenance and calibration of welding equipment to ensure reliable performance.

What We're Looking For:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Successful completion of a formal vocational/technical welding program or apprenticeship is strongly preferred.
• Proven professional production welding experience, specifically utilizing MIG and TIG processes.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and welding symbols (e.g., AWS standard symbols) to achieve precise fit-up and weld dimensions.
• Ability to safely lift and manipulate materials and stand for extended periods, as required by the production environment.
• Welding certification preferred, or the ability and willingness to obtain certification upon hire.

What We Offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
• Training opportunities
• Paid vacation, PTO, and holidays
• Gym reimbursements, and more!

Who We Are:

The Dixon Group is a global, family-owned manufacturing company with a history of over 100 years of operation in the U.S.A. Based in Chestertown, Maryland, with distribution centers located worldwide. The company has a diverse workforce and a strong values-based culture. As an innovator in the hose coupling industry, our mission is to provide real solutions for our customers while fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment.

Join us and be a part of a team that values your contributions and supports your goals!

We do not provide sponsorships to work in the United States.

The Dixon Group is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices and laws. Accordingly, to the fullest extent required by applicable law, The Dixon Group strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons.

The Dixon Group is committed to protecting the privacy rights of its employees and job applicants to the fullest extent required by applicable law. To that end, personal information will be collected solely for those legitimate business purposes recognized by law, and then maintained in a manner consistent with all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to document retention requirements. The Dixon Group does not sell personal information to third parties, and does not share such personal information with third parties except when authorized by law to do so (e.g., in response to a lawful subpoena; mandatory tax reporting; etc.)

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