Master Welder

Ellwood Group • Houston, TX

49d

About The Position

A Master Welder is a top-tier welding professional with deep, proven expertise across all welding processes. This individual not only meets, but exceeds the highest standards required of a Fabrication Welder. With multiple advanced qualifications in each process, the Master Welder brings exceptional craftsmanship, consistency, and technical precision to every project. A Master Welder will support company goals through outstanding productivity and quality, actively seek opportunities to improve workflows, and help guide & lead others through actions, not words. Reliability is a hallmark of this role, impeccable attendance, strong professionalism, and a clean disciplinary record are essential.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred, not required.
• Vocational diploma or training in welding a plus not required
• Experience welding with exotic materials
• Minimum 5 years' experience to be eligible for this role

Responsibilities

• Have mastered and have excellent proven understanding of all of the processes performed by ETW.
• This includes passing weld qualification tests for the following but is not limited to: GTAW, GTAW-P, Tri-Pulse, SMAW, SAW, PAW, GMAW or FCAW
• Ability to perform open root welding in fixed positions.
• Ability to work with a variety of exotic materials (i.e.: Aluminum, Carbon Steel, Copper, Stainless Steel, etc.)
• Leads the workforce on assigned shifts with a high focus on quality
• Takes ownership over the results of work performed and defines the requirements of work instructions, welding procedures and supervisor/team lead direction.
• Always keep a neat and tidy work area. All tools to be neatly stored and kept in good condition.
• Perform daily, weekly and monthly cleaning of both your area and other areas of the shop when assigned, this includes taking out trash, sweeping, mopping & straightening.
• Grind, polish, wire wheel and prepare parts for welding as instructed.
• Use cleaners to clean parts before welding.
• Can read and understand blueprints and welding drawings to properly lay out parts.
• Can perform math including algebra and basic trigonometry.
• Can fully read and understand welding procedures.
• Can communicate and job instructions and direct fitter helper with project assignments
• Maintain an impeccable attendance record with ability to work rotating shifts, overtime, and/or weekends as necessary
• Demonstrates teamwork and the ability to work effectively with coworkers, supervisors, managers, customers, third party representatives and others as required.
• Perform all tasks in a safe and responsible manner in accordance with company safety and quality policies.
• Trains and mentors lower-level employees
• Can act as Team Leader in day-to-day operations when needed.
• Follow daily procedures and protocols as provided in job orientations and trainings.
• Understands and drives company objectives to the team members

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with eligibility for Bonus and Profit Sharing
• 401(k) retirement plan with Employer Match and Discretionary Quarterly Basic Contributions
• Paid Time Off
• Affordable health care, dental, and vision plans with eligibility upon hire date
• Healthcare FSA and Dependent care FSA
• Company-Paid Life, AD&D, and disability benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Primary Metal Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees