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Lead Welder​/Shop Lead

Job in Houston, Harris County, Texas, 77032, USA
Listing for: PrideStaff
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-12
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Fabrication, Welder / MIG/MAG/TIG
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 25 - 32 USD Hourly USD 25.00 32.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Lead Welder / Shop Lead
Lead Welder / Shop Lead

Location:

Houston, Tx 77032
Pay Rate: $25 - 32/hr doe


Key Responsibilities
  • Team Supervision:
    Oversee daily operations of the shop floor, assigning tasks to fitters, welders, and shop helpers.
  • Workflow Coordination:
    Manage production schedules to ensure custom screw conveyors and augers are moving through the fabrication stages (cutting, welding, assembly, and testing) efficiently.
  • Quality Control (QC):
    Perform inspections on finished parts and assemblies against engineering blueprints and client specifications. Company is an ISO 9001 and ISO 3834 certified company, so maintaining high quality standards is paramount.
  • Technical Guidance:
    Assist the team with technical troubleshooting, including interpreting complex shop drawings and resolving fabrication issues.
  • Safety Leadership:
    Enforce OSHA and company safety protocols, ensuring all team members are using PPE and operating heavy machinery (overhead cranes, forklifts, welding stations) safely.
  • Inventory & Logistics:
    Coordinate with the "Fabrication Shop Helpers" and logistics team to track material flow, manage stock areas, and ensure parts are ready for packaging and shipping.
Required Skills & Qualifications
CategoryRequirementExperienceTypically 5+ years in a mechanical manufacturing environment (specifically fabrication/welding).TechnicalProficiency in reading blueprints, welding (MIG/Stick), and using precision measuring tools (calipers, tape measures).EquipmentExpert-level ability to operate overhead cranes and forklifts.LeadershipProven ability to mentor junior staff and manage high-pressure production deadlines.EducationHigh school diploma or GED required; trade school certification or an Associate's degree is preferred.

Work Environment
  • Location: Houston, TX (near IAH Airport).
  • Conditions: A fast-paced industrial shop environment. Must be comfortable with physical demands, including standing for long periods and lifting up to 50 lbs.
  • Culture: As a sister company to an Italian headquarters, there is a focus on "72 years of archive knowledge" and precision engineering.
Compensation / Pay Rate (Up to): $25.00 - $32.00
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