Welding Team Lead

Texas Hydraulics Inc•Temple, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Texas Hydraulics is seeking an experienced Welding Lead to provide day-to-day leadership for our welding operations while remaining hands-on in production. This role combines technical expertise with leadership responsibilities, ensuring quality standards are met, production schedules stay on track, and team members have the support they need to succeed. If you're an experienced welder who enjoys mentoring others, troubleshooting challenges, and setting the standard for quality and safety, we'd love to hear from you.

Requirements

Several years of welding experience in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment welding test.
Ability to obtain AWS D1.1 certification within 12 months of hire.
Ability to read blueprints, welding symbols, and manufacturing drawings.
Strong mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
Demonstrated leadership, communication, and teamwork skills.
Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Previous experience leading, training, or mentoring employees is preferred.
Experience operating or supporting robotic welding equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform MIG welding on steel components in accordance with engineering drawings and welding specifications.
Lead daily welding activities to support production schedules and quality expectations.
Perform first-piece inspections for both robotic and manual welding operations.
Load, verify, and troubleshoot robotic welding programs.
Assign and prioritize work based on production requirements.
Train, coach, and mentor new and existing welders on welding techniques, robotic processes, quality standards, and safe work practices.
Position, align, clamp, and tack components prior to welding.
Inspect completed welds for quality, penetration, appearance, and conformance to specifications.
Prepare parts for welding by cleaning, grinding, beveling, or other required methods.
Repair weld defects, cracks, or damaged components as needed.
Remove slag, spatter, and excess weld material to produce a clean finished product.
Work closely with supervisors and quality personnel to resolve welding or production issues.
Promote a safe, organized, and efficient work environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.