Welder- TX

Welder- TX

Dallas, United States

Company
Mum Industries Inc
Location
Dallas, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
24–27 an hour
Posted
5 days ago
Via
Indeed

Job Description
Become a success story in our Welding Department.

Hours: First Shift- Monday thru Friday 6:00am-2:30pm or 2nd shift- 2:30pm-11:00pm.

Pay: Based upon experience $24/hr-$27/hr

Position Summary:
• Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
• Operate safety equipment and use safe work habits.
• Lay out, position, align, and secure parts and assemblies prior to assembly, using straightedges, combination squares, calipers, and rulers.
• Examine workpieces for defects and measure workpieces with straightedges or templates to ensure conformance with specifications.
• Recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools common to the welding trade, such as shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
• Weld separately or in combination, using aluminum, stainless steel, cast iron, and other alloys.
• Clamp, hold, tack-weld, heat-bend, grind or bolt component parts to obtain required configurations and positions for welding.
• Select and install torches, torch tips, filler rods, and flux, according to welding chart specifications or types and thicknesses of metals.
• Ignite torches or start power supplies and strike arcs by touching electrodes to metals being welded, completing electrical circuits.
• Connect and turn regulator valves to activate and adjust gas flow and pressure so that desired flames are obtained.
• Determine required equipment and welding methods, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry, and welding techniques.
• Monitor the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of material.
• Operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments, using processes such as gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, shielded metal arc, resistance welding, and submerged arc welding.
• Analyze engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, sketches, work orders, and material safety data sheets to plan layout, assembly, and welding operations.
• Mark or tag material with proper job number, piece marks, and other identifying marks as required.
• Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
• Operate safety equipment and use safe work habits.
• Lay out, position, align, and secure parts and assemblies prior to assembly, using straightedges, combination squares, calipers, and rulers.
• Examine workpieces for defects and measure workpieces with straightedges or templates to ensure conformance with specifications.
• Recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools common to the welding trade, such as shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
• Weld separately or in combination, using aluminum, stainless steel, cast iron, and other alloys.
• Clamp, hold, tack-weld, heat-bend, grind or bolt component parts to obtain required configurations and positions for welding.
• Select and install torches, torch tips, filler rods, and flux, according to welding chart specifications or types and thicknesses of metals.
• Ignite torches or start power supplies and strike arcs by touching electrodes to metals being welded, completing electrical circuits.
• Connect and turn regulator valves to activate and adjust gas flow and pressure so that desired flames are obtained.
• Determine required equipment and welding methods, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry, and welding techniques.
• Monitor the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of material.
• Operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments, using processes such as gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, shielded metal arc, resistance welding, and submerged arc welding.
• Analyze engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, sketches, work orders, and material safety data sheets to plan layout, assembly, and welding operations.
• Mark or tag material with proper job number, piece marks, and other identifying marks as required.
• Have thorough understanding of TIG Welding fundamentals and operation.
• Must have ability to produce quality welds on a variety of materials as needed.
• Set-up and maintain equipment, settings, gas, choosing proper rod etc.
• Read drawings and measure with gage’s, calipers etc. per instructions.
• Set-up and maintain production consistency, reviewing weld quality, proper fitting and weld techniques.
• Maintain organized, clean work area .
• Operate safety equipment and use safe work habits.
• Assist with other TIG Welders when needed.

Qualifications:
• Possess a minimum of 2 years’ experience in welding in a manufacturing environment or equivalent training/education.
• Has 2 years or more experience with welding Aluminum Sheet Metal.
• Must have considerable knowledge of principles and practices of TIG Welding, effective oral, and written communication skills.

We are always looking for driven, talented people to join our team.

Founded in 1996, MUM Industries, Inc. is the parent company to a diverse group of industrial product manufacturers: Integra Enclosures, EMF MFG, and StrongBox. With seven locations across the globe, MUM Industries provides the products and services how our customers need it, where they need it and when they need it.

We believe in empowering and nourishing our employees with the tools, skills, and knowledge needed to grow and succeed. We are committed to meeting and exceeding our customer’s expectations by providing world-class products and service through continuous improvement and innovation.

When you join MUM Industries, you join a family devoted to achieving the highest standards of success together. We support the development and empowerment of our employees through an environment fostering open communication, integrity, and respect. Our collaborative and rewarding atmosphere gives us the opportunity to work with and continuously learn from our intelligent, skilled colleagues.

The EMF Company has been manufacturing custom sheet metal enclosures for over 65 years. Through decades of experience, we have taken on every aspect of the manufacturing process and greatly expanded our products and capabilities to meet the needs of our customers.

MUM Industries offers great benefits listed below:
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and other voluntary coverages.
• 100% tuition reimbursement.
• 401K with company match no vesting schedule.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs in United States

Q What is the median annual salary for welders in the United States in 2026?
As per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers in the United States is $52,060 as of May 2023 projections adjusted for 2026 with 3.25% annual growth. Entry-level welders (10th percentile) earn $38,390 annually, while experienced ones (90th percentile) earn $68,210. Most salaries range from $40,000 to $65,000 depending on location and specialization.
Q What are the federal minimum wage and overtime rules for welder jobs in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division, the federal minimum wage remains $7.25 per hour in 2026, though many states like California mandate $16.50 per hour. Welders working over 40 hours per week receive overtime pay at 1.5 times their regular rate. Employers must track hours accurately for non-exempt welders.
Q What work visa is required for foreign nationals to work as welders in the US in 2026?
As per U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, foreign welders typically require an H-2B temporary non-agricultural work visa, with a statutory cap of 66,000 visas per fiscal year supplemented by 64,000 additional for 2026. Employers must obtain labor certification from DOL proving no U.S. workers available. Processing time is 3-6 months with fees starting at $460.
Q What education and experience are needed for entry-level welder jobs in 2026?
As per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, welders need a high school diploma or GED, plus completion of a 6-18 month postsecondary vocational program or 1-2 year apprenticeship. No prior experience required for entry-level, but 1,000-2,000 hours of training preferred. Certifications from programs registered with DOL are standard.
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