Welder

PJ Trailers • Tigertown, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The position of a Welder is of great significance to our organization. This position fabricates, assembles, and welds metal/steel components on various trailers to SOP’s/Blueprints/Knowledge /Foreman and/or Lead Instructions. Assist other welders in the completion of trailers. Inspect welds to ensure quality standards are meet. Support a Team approach and complete other duties as assigned. Hours: 530am to 4pm, Monday through Saturday Weld test can be administered Monday through Friday, 8am to 3pm.

Requirements

• Must possess the skill set to support a safe working environment.
• Must pass a drug screen.
• Must be 18 years old.
• Must be able to pass a vertical, horizontal and overhead weld test.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred - High School degree, diploma or a GED equivalent qualification from a certified college.
• Preferred – 2 to 3 years of Industrial Welding experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all company Quality requirements and follow company guidelines utilizing a “Stop and Fix” mindset.
• Maintain a clean environment and follow company 5S + Safety Standards.
• Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures
• Determine the appropriate welding equipment, settings, and methods based on requirements
• Set up components for welding according to specifications
• Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded
• Align components using fixtures, tape measure, levels, speed square, etc. and clamp pieces
• Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal or overhead)
• Prepare trailers and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps
• Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws
• Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety
• Assist other welders in the completing of work to ensure work is completed as efficiently as possible
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Fast paced environment
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work in awkward positions while bending, stooping, kneeling or standing to work overhead for 10 hrs.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, company paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• 401K with company match – Sign-on/Retention Bonus available!
• Paid Vacation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED