Welding Machine Operator — Metal Fabrication & Quality

Jobtailor; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Houston, TX is seeking a welding machine operator to set up and tend welding, soldering, and brazing equipment for metal fabrication projects. You will load parts, adjust controls, and perform quality checks to ensure pieces meet specifications.

The role requires the ability to read blueprints, follow production schedules, and maintain safety PPE as you work in a manufacturing environment. Previous industrial experience is preferred, with a willingness to learn and collaborate with

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED certificate; industrial experience preferred.
• Basic mathematical and mechanical aptitude.
• Willingness to learn new skills and take instruction from team members.
• Must observe safety rules and PPE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, or tend welding, soldering, or brazing machines for metal products, components, or assemblies.
• Turn and press knobs and buttons or enter operating instructions into welding machines
• Set up, operate, or tend welding machines that join or bond components to fabricate metal products or assemblies
• Load or feed work pieces into welding machines to join or bond components
• Correct problems by adjusting controls or stopping machines and opening holding devices
• Inspect, measure, or test completed metal work pieces for conformance to specifications using measuring and testing devices
• Record operational information on specified production reports
• Read blueprints, work orders, or production schedules to determine product or job instructions or specifications
• Assemble, align, and clamp work pieces into holding fixtures to bond, heat-treat, or solder fabricated metal components
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervision

Skills

Welding

Soldering

Brazing

Measuring devices

Testing devices

Metal fabrication

Adjusting controls

Assembling components

Operating machinery

Production reporting

Education

High School Diploma

GED Certificate

Job description

Jobtailor in Houston, TX is seeking a welding machine operator to set up and tend welding, soldering, and brazing equipment for metal fabrication projects. You will load parts, adjust controls, and perform quality checks to ensure pieces meet specifications.

The role requires the ability to read blueprints, follow production schedules, and maintain safety PPE as you work in a manufacturing environment. Previous industrial experience is preferred, with a willingness to learn and collaborate with