John Soules Foods

Overview

Soules Foods is a family-owned food company based in Tyler, Texas, specializing in ready-to-eat and ready-to-cook chicken and beef products. The Welder position involves planning and executing repair work, operating welding equipment, and ensuring high-quality welds in a food manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform TIG welding (GTAW) on food-grade stainless steel (304/316L)
• Produce sanitary, smooth, crevice-free welds suitable for food contact surfaces
• Weld and repair sanitary piping, tanks, conveyors, and processing equipment
• Follow approved Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS)
• Grind, polish, and finish welds to required sanitary surface standards
• Maintain cleanliness and prevent contamination in production areas
• Read and interpret blueprints, isometric drawings, and weld symbols
• Conduct visual inspections and assist with quality checks (e.g., dye penetrant)
• Document weld repairs and maintenance activities
• Comply with GMP, food safety, and workplace safety policies
• Work collaboratively with maintenance, QA, and production teams

Requirements

• Certified Welder (AWS or equivalent)
• 2 to 5 years experience welding in food, beverage, dairy, or pharmaceutical environments
• Strong TIG welding skills on thin-gauge stainless steel
• Knowledge of sanitary welding standards and hygienic design
• Ability to produce full-penetration, contamination-free welds
• Ability to read technical drawings and follow written procedures
• Familiarity with FDA/USDA, 3-A Sanitary Standards, or equivalent regulations
• Additional safety training (LOTO, confined space, hot work permits) is preferred

Benefits

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

Additional Information

• Normal work schedule is from 6:00 am to 3:00 pm with a 45-minute lunch
• Position requires working on the production floor in a cold environment with an average temperature of 40°F
• Employee will be exposed to moderate noise levels, fast-paced operations, and moving machinery