TIG Tack Welder

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TIG Tack Welder

Location: Houston, TX 77045
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM-2:30 PM
Overtime: Must be available to work overtime as needed
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled TIG Tack Welder to join our manufacturing team in Houston. This position will focus on fitting, preparing, and tack welding stainless-steel components using GTAW/TIG welding processes.

The ideal candidate will have experience welding 304L stainless steel, be comfortable working with precise measurements and tolerances, and have a strong focus on weld quality and minimizing distortion.

Key Responsibilities

• Fit and tack weld stainless-steel coupons and production components.
• Clean and properly prepare materials prior to fit-up and welding.
• Perform TIG/GTAW welds according to established specifications.
• Complete single-pass, full-penetration welds using ER308L filler material.
• Perform welding with required back purging.
• Maintain proper alignment and fit-up between components.
• Produce clean, consistent welds while minimizing distortion.
• Follow all welding procedures, safety requirements, and quality standards.
• Inspect completed welds and identify potential defects or quality concerns.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Work overtime as needed based on production requirements.

Welding Requirements

Candidates should be comfortable working with:

• 304L stainless steel
• GTAW/TIG welding
• ER308L filler material
• Single-pass, full-penetration welds
• Back-purge welding
• Precision fit-up and tack welding

Weld Test

Candidates may be required to complete a weld test involving:

• Two 4" OD x 0.065" wall x 3.87" ID 304L stainless-steel coupons
• 1G welding position
• GTAW/TIG process
• Approximately 0.010" deposit thickness
• Single-pass, full-penetration weld using ER308L
• Back purge required
• Focus on producing a quality weld with minimal distortion

Testing may include visual inspection, liquid penetrant (LP), and radiographic testing (RT).

Production Components

Production welding will involve:

• 10.750" outside diameter
• 0.078" wall thickness
• 304L stainless steel

Ideal Candidate

• TIG/GTAW welding experience
• Experience working with stainless steel
• Strong attention to detail and weld quality
• Ability to accurately fit and tack components
• Ability to follow detailed welding specifications
• Dependable and safety-conscious
• Comfortable working in a production environment
• Available to work overtime when required

Apply Today

If you have TIG welding experience and are comfortable working with 304L stainless steel, we encourage you to apply for consideration.

Company Description

ProSource People is a professional staffing agency dedicated to connecting qualified candidates with companies in need of reliable talent. We specialize in providing temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct-hire staffing solutions across a variety of industries, including industrial, office, and skilled trades. Our team focuses on matching candidates' skills and career goals with the right opportunities, while supporting both clients and employees throughout the hiring process. We pride ourselves on professionalism, personalized service, and building long-term relationships with the people and companies we serve.

Company Description ProSource People is a professional staffing agency dedicated to connecting qualified candidates with companies in need of reliable talent. We specialize in providing temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct-hire staffing solutions across a variety of industries, including industrial, office, and skilled trades. Our team focuses on matching candidates' skills and career goals with the right opportunities, while supporting both clients and employees throughout the hiring process. We pride ourselves on professionalism, personalized service, and building long-term relationships with the people and companies we serve.