Welder

About the role

Located at 6525 Homestead Road, Houston, TX 77028, The Dixon Group is seeking a highly motivated Welder to join our production team. The Dixon Group is a global, family‑owned manufacturing company with over 100 years of operation, based in Chestertown, Maryland, with worldwide distribution centers. As an innovator in the hose coupling industry, we provide real solutions for customers while fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment. Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Perform production‑level MIG (GMAW) and TIG (GTAW) welding on specialized industrial fluid transfer products, ensuring all work meets required specifications and quality control standards.
• Utilize oxygen/acetylene torches to cut metals, and operate hand/power grinding tools to clean surfaces, bevel edges, fit metals together, and remove slag.
• Execute essential pre‑weld processes, including sandblasting, grinding, and manual machining (e.g., use of lathes or mills for prep), to guarantee optimal material fit and weld integrity.
• Adhere strictly to all safety protocols and procedures, maintain a clean and organized work area, and regularly inspect finished welds for quality assurance.
• Perform routine maintenance and calibration of welding equipment to ensure reliable performance.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Successful completion of a formal vocational/technical welding program or apprenticeship is strongly preferred.
• Proven professional production welding experience, specifically utilizing MIG and TIG processes.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and welding symbols (e.g., AWS standard symbols) to achieve precise fit‑up and weld dimensions.
• Ability to safely lift and manipulate materials and stand for extended periods, as required by the production environment.
• Welding certification preferred, or the ability and willingness to obtain certification upon hire.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
• Competitive salary
• Bonus programs
• 401K retirement plan
• Training opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid vacation, PTO, and holidays
• Gym reimbursements, and more!

Schedule

Work Hours: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM, Monday through Friday