JOB SUMMARY The Welder is responsible for production welding a variety of assemblies, and setup, operating and light maintenance of production equipment. Job Duties and Responsibilities: • Work from instructions and prints to arrange parts into welding fixtures, clamp pieces into position and tack weld and/or apply finished weld. Select proper equipment, set voltage and wire feed settings to obtain proper strength and appearance. • Safely operate forklift to load and unload raw material and completed parts. • Handle assorted raw materials, steel parts, and steel scrap. • Maintain work area and production equipment in clean and orderly condition. Follow all safety work rules. • Perform work in a manner that all products conform to prescribed quality standards. • Perform incoming inspection, sorting, receiving of bar stock, pipe, rod material and welding supplies. • Perform light maintenance on plant equipment where needed, i.e., startup/shutdown, maintain inspection records and keep work environment clean. • Use and understand online ERP system for data collection, work instructions, routers, and prints. • Operate small electric/air hand tools. • On occasion, cross-train and operate some or all of the following production equipment: welding robot, press brake, spot welder, turret, rivet gun, Stud gun, and sander. • Participate in and support continuous process improvements. • Other duties may be assigned that pertain to the classification. Physical Demands The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and overhead work. Employee has some exposure to fumes, glare and radiation of arc. The employee is occasionally required to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds. Required Qualifications The qualified candidate will have: High School Diploma or equivalent 1+ years welding experience Ability to safely and effectively operate welding and fabrication equipment Ability to work independently and in a team Ability to communicate orally or in written form effectively with personnel and read and interpret documents, such as welding blueprints Proficient with mathematical calculations and use of measuring devices
See More Details >>Job Details Job Location Longview, TX Description JOB SUMMARY The Welder is responsible for production welding a variety of assemblies, and setup, operating and light maintenance of production equipment. Job Duties and Responsibilities: • Work from instructions and prints to arrange parts into welding fixtures, clamp pieces into position and tack weld and/or apply finished weld. Select proper equipment, set voltage and wire feed settings to obtain proper strength and appearance. • Safely operate forklift to load and unload raw material and completed parts. • Handle assorted raw materials, steel parts, and steel scrap. • Maintain work area and production equipment in clean and orderly condition. Follow all safety work rules. • Perform work in a manner that all products conform to prescribed quality standards. • Perform incoming inspection, sorting, receiving of bar stock, pipe, rod material and welding supplies. • Perform light maintenance on plant equipment where needed, i.e., startup/shutdown, maintain inspection records and keep work environment clean. • Use and understand online ERP system for data collection, work instructions, routers, and prints. • Operate small electric/air hand tools. • On occasion, cross-train and operate some or all of the following production equipment: welding robot, press brake, spot welder, turret, rivet gun, Stud gun, and sander. • Participate in and support continuous process improvements. • Other duties may be assigned that pertain to the classification. Qualifications Physical Demands The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and overhead work. Employee has some exposure to fumes, glare and radiation of arc. The employee is occasionally required to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds. Required Qualifications The qualified candidate will have: High School Diploma or equivalent 1+ years welding experience Ability to safely and effectively operate welding and fabrication equipment Ability to work independently and in a team Ability to communicate orally or in written form effectively with personnel and read and interpret documents, such as welding blueprints Proficient with mathematical calculations and use of measuring devices
See More Details >>Millwright is responsible for the safe operation of all equipment and tools needed to complete equipment installations and repairs and welding / fitting operations as required to make components within tolerances called out on drawings. Must be able to accurately read prints and measurement tools. Must have own hand tools. Must be competent in MIG, Flux core, and stick welding processes. Must have thorough understanding of safe equipment operation including aerial lift equipment. Minimum five years verifiable experience required. Must be willing to work both in the field and in the shop as needed. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Becoming a welder in Longview, TX, typically begins with technical training, which can range from 6 to 18 months, offering hands-on experience and classroom learning. The American Welding Society projects a significant demand for 320,500 new welding professionals by 2029, with about 80,000 positions needing annual fulfillment between 2025 and 2029. In Longview, welders can earn an average of $149.33 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $7,262 annually. Welding schools, community colleges, and industry organizations provide pathways to apprenticeships and careers with strong earning potential.
