Welder | Mig/flux Core Welder in Lubbock, Tx

WELDER | MIG / FLUX CORE WELDER

Location: Lubbock, TX
Pay: $17.50-$18.00/hour + $1.00/hour attendance incentive
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-5:00 PM | Saturday mornings as needed

Snelling is recruiting experienced Welders for a well-established Lubbock-area industrial employer. This is an excellent opportunity for dependable, skilled welders looking for steady, full-time work, consistent hours, overtime opportunities, and long-term employment with a growing company.

We are seeking all-purpose Welders with hands-on welding and fabrication experience. Candidates with Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) experience are especially encouraged to apply. Successful candidates will be comfortable working in an industrial or manufacturing environment and producing quality welds while meeting production and safety standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform welding and fabrication work according to job specifications, blueprints, drawings, and work instructions.
• Perform MIG and other applicable welding processes on steel and fabricated components.
• Complete Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) assignments when required.
• Fit, position, align, and secure parts prior to welding.
• Read and interpret basic blueprints, welding symbols, measurements, and fabrication specifications.
• Inspect welds and finished work for quality, accuracy, strength, and proper appearance.
• Use grinders, cutting equipment, hand tools, power tools, and other fabrication equipment as needed.
• Measure and verify materials and components to ensure proper fit and alignment.
• Maintain consistent weld quality while meeting production expectations and deadlines.
• Follow established welding procedures, shop practices, and quality-control requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all company safety procedures and properly use required personal protective equipment.
• Work effectively as part of a production and fabrication team.
• Maintain dependable attendance and punctuality for the full scheduled shift.
• Work Saturday mornings and additional hours as production needs require.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous welding experience in a manufacturing, fabrication, structural, production, or industrial environment preferred.
• Flux Core Welding / FCAW experience is a plus.
• MIG welding experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to produce consistent, quality welds.
• Experience with steel fabrication, fitting, grinding, cutting, and metal preparation preferred.
• Ability to read basic blueprints, drawings, measurements, and welding specifications.
• Knowledge of welding equipment, shop tools, and standard fabrication practices.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality are essential.
• Ability to work a full 7:00 AM-5:00 PM schedule and Saturday mornings as needed.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and work effectively as part of a team.

PAY & ATTENDANCE INCENTIVE

• Starting pay typically ranges from $17.50-$18.00/hour, based on experience and qualifications.
• Employees can earn an additional $1.00 per hour attendance incentive for reporting to work on time and working their full scheduled hours.
• Consistent full-time schedule with additional Saturday hours as needed.

BENEFITS

Benefits available through the client company following applicable eligibility and probationary periods include:

• 8 paid holidays after successful completion of the 90-day probationary period.
• 1 week of paid vacation after one year of employment.
• Company profit-sharing plan, similar to a retirement plan.
• Employee participation in the profit-sharing plan is optional.
• Profit-sharing contributions range from approximately 2%-10%, with significant company contributions.
• Profit-sharing plan is fully vested after five years, with 20% vesting per year.
• Long-term employment and growth opportunity with an established company.

ABOUT SNELLING

Locally owned and operated here in Lubbock since 1967, our Snelling team has been matching exceptional people with exceptional job opportunities for over 55 years. Our local Staffing Team has over 200 years of combined staffing experience here in Lubbock alone. Whether you're searching for your next opportunity or looking for qualified talent, trust the staffing and recruiting experts at Snelling to help you achieve more.

AWARDS AND RECOGNITION

BusinessRate-Best of 2026® – Best Employment Agency in Lubbock
Lubbock Avalanche-Journal Best of Lubbock® – WINNER/Best Employment Agency (2018-2026)
Best of Staffing® Client Satisfaction Diamond Award (2013-2025)
Largest Staffing Firm in the US (2026) – SIA Staffing Industry Analysts
Best Professional Search Firms – Forbes 2026
Best Temporary Staffing Firms – Forbes 2026