Lead Welder/Fabricator

Stay • Full-time • Rosenberg, Texas, United States • $32 - $40 / hour • 1w ago

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Lead Welder/Fabricator to join our dynamic manufacturing team. In this pivotal role, you will oversee welding and fabrication operations, ensuring high-quality craftsmanship and adherence to safety standards. Your expertise will drive the production of complex metal components, assemblies, and structures, contributing to our commitment to excellence in mechanical fabrication and construction projects. This position offers an exciting opportunity for a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about precision welding and fabrication.

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate welding and fabrication activities on construction sites and within the shop, ensuring projects meet quality specifications and deadlines
Interpret mechanical blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, and schematics to accurately fabricate components according to project requirements
Perform advanced welding techniques including MIG (Metal Inert Gas), TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas), FCAW (Flux-Cored Arc Welding), SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding), and welding standards with precision
Operate power tools, plasma cutters, press brake machines, pipe threading equipment, and other fabrication machinery safely and efficiently
Conduct rigging, assembly, metal fabrication, sheet metal fabrication, ductwork installation, and pipe threading as needed on various projects
Utilize shop math, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring tools to ensure dimensional accuracy in all fabricated parts
Maintain strict compliance with AWS (American Welding Society) standards and ASME codes & standards for quality assurance and safety

Qualifications

Proven construction site experience with a strong understanding of mechanical fabrication processes
Expertise in MIG, TIG, FCAW, SMAW welding techniques with demonstrated ability to interpret blueprints and schematics accurately
Proficiency in using hand tools, power tools, calipers, micrometers, schematics, and shop math for precise fabrication work
Experience operating fabrication machinery such as press brakes, plasma cutters, pipe threading machines, and sheet metal equipment
Knowledge of rigging practices, crane operation basics, forklift operation certification preferred
Familiarity with ASME codes & standards related to metal fabrication and welding practices
Ability to interpret technical drawings for mechanical assemblies including ductwork and piping systems
Strong mechanical knowledge with experience in manufacturing or construction environments involving metal fabrication
Excellent problem-solving skills with attention to detail; ability to work independently or lead a team effectively

Join us as a Lead Welder/Fabricator where your expertise will shape innovative projects while advancing your career in a vibrant team environment committed to safety, quality, and continuous improvement!

Pay: $32.00 - $40.00 per hour

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