QXO

Overview

QXO is a leading distributor and installer of building products, aiming to modernize the industry through advanced technology. The Production Welder is responsible for fabricating and welding metal components for building products while ensuring quality and safety standards are met.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG, TIG, Stick, Flux-Core, or other required welding processes on production and fabrication projects.
• Read and interpret fabrication drawings, blueprints, and production work orders.
• Measure, lay out, fit, cut, grind, and prepare steel components for fabrication.
• Set up welding equipment and fixtures according to production specifications.
• Align and secure components using appropriate measuring and layout tools.
• Fabricate, modify, and repair metal components to meet quality requirements.
• Perform torch cutting and material preparation as required.
• Produce quality welds while maintaining production schedules.
• Work on multiple fabrication and welding projects simultaneously.
• Lift, move, stage, stack, and organize raw materials and completed products safely.
• Coordinate with production and operations teams to ensure material availability.
• Assist with fabrication, assembly, and production activities as needed.
• Complete production reports and quality documentation as required.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Inspect completed welds and fabricated products for quality and accuracy.
• Verify finished products meet engineering drawings and specifications.
• Identify weld defects and perform corrective work as necessary.
• Report quality concerns or production issues promptly.
• Safely operate welding equipment and perform routine inspections.
• Report equipment malfunctions or maintenance needs.
• Maintain welding consumables, tools, and shop supplies.
• Follow all safety policies and wear required PPE.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Identify and report unsafe conditions immediately.
• Participate in safety meetings and training.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Strong welding, fabrication, fitting, and torch-cutting skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and blueprints.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Commitment to safety and continuous improvement.
• Ability to accurately measure materials using tape measures.
• Effective communication skills with supervisors and team members.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of MIG welding or metal fabrication experience.
• Experience in manufacturing, structural steel, or construction environments.
• Previous MIG welding experience in a production environment preferred.
• AWS welding certification or equivalent preferred.
• Welding trade school or apprenticeship training is a plus.
• Experience with MIG, TIG, Stick, or Flux-Core welding processes.
• Experience operating fabrication equipment including grinders and saws.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification is a plus.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• PTO

Additional Information

• Work is performed in manufacturing, fabrication, warehouse, and industrial environments.
• Frequent exposure to welding equipment, sparks, heat, fumes, noise, dust, and heavy materials.
• Ability to stand continuously and perform repetitive physical tasks.
• Frequent lifting of materials weighing 50–75 pounds.
• May require overtime or extended hours based on production schedules.