Welder - 2nd shift

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Welding Lead, the Welder position is responsible for fitting and joining, fabricating, and repairing metal and other weldable material by applying appropriate welding techniques in accordance with product specifications and production schedules. The Welder works in coordination with the Shift Supervisor and senior management to ensure that the entire customer product is fit and welded to specifications and meets outlined requirements. Consistent production of quality UT‑passable welds is critical, and the Welder is expected to maintain production levels as determined by the Production Supervisor.

Location and Shift

Location: MICA Steelworks, Haltom City, Texas Plant

Current Shifts: Monday – Friday, 5:00 PM – 3:30 AM with Saturday, as needed.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1 to 2 years welding experience (required)
• Overhead and jib crane experience needed

Qualifications

• Passing 2G test, T‑Joint test and Carbon Air Arc test results
• Knowledge of a variety of welding concepts, practices and procedures
• Understanding of welding symbols, diagrams, and ability to read blueprints or other instructional material
• Ability to use welding equipment such as torches, torch tips, and Air Arc
• Ability to use temperature sticks and welding fillet gauges
• Ability to weld with flux‑core and metal‑core wire
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures (seasonal)
• Willingness to work additional hours as needed

Responsibilities

• Perform welding duties using a wire welder
• Weld steel components according to layouts, engineering drawings, work orders, or verbal instructions
• Weld in various positions, including flat and horizontal
• Set up, lay out work using jigs/fixtures or hand layouts to fabricate parts or rework finished products
• Collaborate with fitters or fitter‑welders on multi‑component parts
• Operate forklifts, hoists, hand power tools, slings, grinders, cutting torches, and other related hand tools
• Inspect and correct welds to meet product specifications
• Examine work pieces for defects and measure them with straightedges or templates
• Perform job‑specific procedures such as clamping, tack‑welding, heat bending, grinding, or bolting components
• Read, understand, and follow job order specifications, engineering drawings, and work orders
• Cross‑train and perform additional job tasks as needed
• Maintain functionality of equipment
• Maintain quality welds and UT‑passable welds
• Maintain production level as determined by supervisor
• Demonstrate a positive attitude, willingness to learn, and teamwork in a changing environment
• Operate equipment safely and uphold safe working habits
• Perform other tasks as assigned

Measure of Performance

• Weld tests will be administered
• Follow all MICA Steelworks programs and policies
• Practice good housekeeping (keep area clean/organized)
• Demonstrate willingness to work with others in a team environment

Working Conditions

• Full‑time shop environment with exposure to extreme temperatures (seasonal)
• No travel requirements
• Standing for 8‑10 hours per day, up to 6 days a week
• Requires good vision, hearing, smell, and balance
• Frequent lifting or moving of up to 75 lb
• Regular standing, bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, and climbing stairs or ladders
• Must wear OSHA‑required PPE, including an approved welding hood when welding

Continuing Education Requirements

Employee is expected to participate in appropriate continuing education as may be requested and/or required by their immediate supervisor. Employee must attend mandatory education programs.

Benefits

• 401(k) with 3% match
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Compensation

• Attendance bonus
• Bonus opportunities
• Differential pay
• Hourly pay
• Overtime pay
• Profit sharing
• Quarterly bonus

Schedule

• 10‑hour shift
• 12‑hour shift
• 8‑hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply.