Job Description
Job Description
Advanced Technician - Welding Quality & Training (Bilingual - English / Spanish)
Location : Adkins, TX 78101
Job Type : Full-Time - On-Site (W-2 Hourly)
Schedule : Monday to Friday, 8 : 00 AM - 4 : 45 PM (45-minute lunch)
Pay : Starting at $23.00 per hour (based on experience)
About Top Metal Solutions
Top Metal Solutions LLC specializes in high-quality metal fabrication, including racks, structural components, CNC cutting, welding, and coating services. Based in Adkins, Texas, we are growing rapidly and take pride in building a strong team to support our manufacturing operations.
Position Summary
We are seeking a bilingual Advanced Technician - Welding Quality & Training to serve as the on-the-floor welding expert. This position combines hands-on welding, quality control, training, and leadership over welding parameters and standards to elevate the performance of the entire team.
Key Responsibilities
- Verify welding parameters and inspect welds on the production line to ensure compliance with AWS D1.1 / D1.3 and internal standards.
- Authority to stop or adjust processes when critical non-conformities are detected.
- Prepare, review, and maintain Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS).
- Use measurement and calibration instruments such as fillet gauges, micrometers, and calipers to validate weld quality.
- Conduct basic destructive and non-destructive weld tests when required.
- Train and mentor new welders, conduct welding tests for new hires, and support internal certification efforts.
- Operate MIG and Flux welding equipment for critical tasks or when additional hands-on support is needed.
- Coordinate with maintenance, quality, and production teams to improve welding processes and troubleshoot issues.
- Track and report KPIs including quality metrics, non-conformities, and training outcomes.
- Maintain proper use and control of tools, consumables, and welding equipment.
- Enforce OSHA safety standards and consistent PPE use across all welding operations.
Required Qualifications
Authorization to work in the United States (valid work permit or status required). Bilingual English / Spanish required. Minimum 4 years of experience in welding / fabrication in an industrial environment. Expert-level proficiency in MIG / Flux welding processes, AWS D1.1 / D1.3 standards, and WPS implementation. Hands-on experience training, evaluating, and mentoring welders. Proficiency in measurement and inspection tools for weld quality validation. Valid forklift certification (or ability to obtain). OSHA training and AWS certifications (CWI or equivalent) preferred. Physical ability to lift up to 70 lbs, stand for extended periods, and work in environments with heat, dust, or noise. Strong leadership and communication skills with a focus on continuous improvement.Physical Requirements
Regular lifting, bending, and material handling. Standing and walking throughout the shift. Consistent use of PPE as required by OSHA standards.Compensation & Benefits
Starting pay : $23.00 per hour (W-2 employment). Benefits available after 90 days of continuous employment :Employer-sponsored medical insurance (70 / 50 plan).
401(k) retirement plan with 3% employer match.
Stable, full-time employment with opportunities for growth into Quality Supervisor or Welding Coordinator roles.Why Join Us
This is your opportunity to leverage your welding expertise to shape quality standards and train the next generation of welders. We offer competitive pay, strong benefits, and a clear path to supervisory or coordinator-level positions.
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