Welder Helper; Bilingual English​/Spanish

Location:

Adkins, TX 78101

Job Type: Full‑Time | On‑Site

Schedule:

Monday - Thursday | 7:00 AM - 5:45 PM

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Reports to:

Production Supervisor / Area Lead

The Welder Helper assists welders and fabricators in daily production activities, preparing materials and parts, maintaining work areas clean and organized, and safely operating basic shop tools and equipment. This role is essential for keeping production flowing efficiently and maintaining quality standards throughout the manufacturing process.

• Assist welders and fabricators with daily production tasks
• Grind, clean, and prepare metal parts for welding
• Drill holes and perform basic material modifications
• Operate basic shop equipment and hand tools
• Cut material using chop saws, band saws, and other equipment
• Move and organize materials throughout the shop
• Assist with loading and unloading materials
• Help maintain workstations clean and safe
• Support production team with general shop duties
• Follow safety procedures and company policies
• Perform basic tack welds when applicable
• Assist with packaging and preparing finished products

• Grinders and mini grinders
• Drills and impact tools
• Chop saws and band saws
• Tape measures and layout tools
• Basic welding equipment
• Material handling equipment
• Air tools and shop equipment

• Previous manufacturing or shop experience is a plus, but not required
• Basic experience using hand tools or power tools preferred
• Ability to lift heavy materials and work in a manufacturing environment
• Willingness to learn welding and fabrication processes
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
• Good attendance and reliability
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Bilingual in English and Spanish

• Experience in metal fabrication or construction environments
• Basic knowledge of measurements and tools
• Experience using grinders, drills, or saws
• Forklift experience is a plus

• Starting pay: $18/hour
• Full‑time position
• 40 hours per week
• Hands‑on training provided
• Opportunity for growth within the company

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs regularly
• Ability to bend, kneel, push, pull, and work in a physically demanding environment
• Ability to work safely around machinery and fabrication equipment

This position works inside a metal fabrication and manufacturing facility. Employees may be exposed to heat, dust, noise, sparks, and heavy equipment. Proper PPE must be worn at all times.