Big Tex Trailer Manufacturing

Overview

The Welder position at Big Tex in Mt. Pleasant is crucial for fabricating, assembling, and welding metal components for trailers according to specifications and quality standards. The role requires teamwork and adherence to safety and quality guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all company Quality requirements and follow company guidelines utilizing a 'Stop and Fix' mindset.
• Maintain a clean environment and follow company 5S + Safety Standards.
• Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures.
• Determine the appropriate welding equipment, settings, and methods based on requirements.
• Set up components for welding according to specifications.
• Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded.
• Align components using fixtures, tape measure, levels, speed square, etc. and clamp pieces.
• Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions.
• Prepare trailers and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps.
• Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws.
• Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety.
• Assist other welders in the completing of work to ensure work is completed as efficiently as possible.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.

Requirements

• Must possess the skill set to support a safe working environment.
• Must pass a drug screen.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Preferred - High School degree, diploma or a GED equivalent qualification from a certified college.
• Preferred – 2 to 3 years of Industrial Welding experience.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k
• PTO

Additional Information

• Fast paced environment.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work in awkward positions while bending, stooping, kneeling or standing to work overhead for 10 hrs.