Welding Team Lead

What You'll Do

• 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.

What We're Looking For

• A high school diploma or GED preferred.
• Several years of welding experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience leading, training, or mentoring employees is preferred.
• Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment welding test.
• Ability to obtain AWS D1.1 certification within 12 months of hire.
• Experience operating or supporting robotic welding equipment is preferred.
• 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.

Physical Requirements

• Stand for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Regularly use hands to handle tools, materials, and equipment.
• Lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
• Frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and occasionally climb or balance.
• Must have close vision, depth perception, and the ability to evaluate weld quality.

Work Environment

• This position is performed in a manufacturing environment where employees are regularly exposed to moving mechanical equipment, welding fumes, airborne particles, heat, vibration, and loud noise.
• Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is required at all times.

Why Texas Hydraulics?

• At Texas Hydraulics, our leaders work alongside their teams to build quality products while developing the next generation of skilled tradespeople.
• We value craftsmanship, teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement, and we provide opportunities for employees to grow their careers while making a meaningful impact every day.