Welder Helper — Hands-On Shop Support (12-Hour Shifts)

Koch Engineered Solutions, LLC.; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Optimized Process Designs, LLC (OPD) in Katy, TX is seeking a Welder Helper to support welding teams on shop floors and job sites. You will assist with materials, set up rigs, and help maintain safety and workflow.

This role requires physical stamina, willingness to work long shifts up to 12 hours, and a basic understanding of welding and metal types. You will work closely with welders to ensure quality and on-time progress.

Qualifications

• Must be willing and able to work shifts up to 12 hours per day and 7 days per week.
• Must be able and willing to attend mandatory safety meetings
• Must be able to meet all physical requirements
• Must know how to clean welds with a buffer or grinder for the welder
• 6 months' previous experience as a welder helper

Responsibilities

• Assisting the welder with making sure that the welder has all materials required for welding: rods, grinding discs
• Assist the welder with setting up and moving the rig between work areas
• Adjust temperature on welding machine at the direction of the welder
• Clean welds with a buffer or grinder
• Being familiar with different types of metals
• Clean work area and restock supplies and materials as necessary
• Operate tools and equipment including: beveling machines, cut-off grinders, hammers, torches, magnetic drills, welding machines, and a Saw-Zall.
• Ability to work safely and accurately.

Skills

Safety culture

Teamwork

Punctuality

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Tools

Beveling machines

Cut-off grinders

Hammers

Torch

Magnetic drills

Welding machines

Saw-Zall

Job description

Optimized Process Designs, LLC (OPD) in Katy, TX is seeking a Welder Helper to support welding teams on shop floors and job sites. You will assist with materials, set up rigs, and help maintain safety and workflow.

This role requires physical stamina, willingness to work long shifts up to 12 hours, and a basic understanding of welding and metal types. You will work closely with welders to ensure quality and on-time progress.