Bias Line Welder (Rotating Shifts)

Bias Line Welder (Rotating Shifts)


Company
NOV
Location
North Houston, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
1 day ago
Via
via Women For Hire - Job Board

Job Description
Responsibilities:
• Conduct visual inspection and verify proper identification of strips being loaded onto payoff stands for use. Report and discrepancies to shift lead.
• Operate overhead crane and payoff stand equipment to load and feed strip material for setup of welds.
• Operate scrap shear to cut off outer wrap / leading end of strip.
• Prepare, align, and set up ends of strip material for welding.
• Setup and operate tig welding machine to weld tabs onto strip material.
• Setup and operate plasma welding machine to weld strip material.
• Achieve certification in all product grades, at a minimum through QT-1000.
• Assist with taking the x-ray of weld.
• Operate pneumatic grinder to dress and finish weld. Remove tabs with shear. Dress and finish edges of strip at weld.
• Record dimensional and hardness readings.
• Operates the planisher to stress relieve the bias weld.
• Record required information accurately on Strip Makeup Order.
• Maintain supply of sanding discs and tools.
• Band up any leftover material from payoff stand, labeling strip properly for return to stock.
• Scan strips in proper location when used.
• Operate pump operations station for accumulation of strip material onto accumulator reel.
• Perform housekeeping duties to include picking up all trash in work area, cleaning floor, organizing tools, and containing any hydraulic leaks.
• Comply with all applicable safety requirements.

Requirements:
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred; six months to one year related experience in a similar field.
• Previous experience in manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to pass a physical, drug test and background check.
• Ability to frequently lift up to a maximum of 50 lbs. and carry items weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to frequently bend, squat, climb, twist, and reach.
• Ability to stand and walk up to 8 hours per day.

Competitive Benefits (visit usbenefits.nov.com for more information about our benefits offerings)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - NOV matches every dollar up to 5% of base pay and overtime for every dollar you invest.
• Competitive medical plans that are effective your date of hire. Visit usbenefits.nov.com/cost-for-coverage for more information.
• FREE MDLIVE virtual visits (when enrolled in an NOV medical plan).
• FREE preventative medical and dental care for the entire family (when enrolled in an NOV medical/dental plan and seeing an in-network physician).
• FREE Basic Life and AD&D insurance at 2 times your annual salary (for full-time employees).
• All regular full-time employees start with 3 weeks of paid vacation per year (prorated based on start date). Pre-NOV relevant experience (years of service) may be considered for vacation accruals.
• All regular full-time employees receive up to 11 paid holidays per year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs

Q What is the median hourly wage for welders in the United States as of 2026?
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median hourly wage for welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers is $27.50 as of May 2026. The 10th percentile earns $18.75 per hour while the 90th percentile earns $38.20 per hour in the same period.
Q How many hours per week can welders legally work before overtime applies in the United States in 2026?
The U.S. Department of Labor requires overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate after 40 hours in a workweek for non-exempt welders under the FLSA as of 2026. Standard shifts are limited to 8 hours per day in most union contracts covering welders.
Q What education and certification are required to qualify for welder jobs in the United States in 2026?
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics states that a high school diploma plus a 6-12 month postsecondary welding certificate is the typical entry requirement as of 2026. AWS D1.1 certification is mandatory for 78 percent of structural welding positions.
Q Which documents are needed to apply for welder positions through official U.S. government workforce channels in 2026?
Applicants must submit Form I-9, state-issued photo ID, and Social Security card to DOL-registered employers as of 2026. Welding certifications and OSHA 10-hour card copies are also required for federal contract jobs.
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