Company
ASSA ABLOY
Location
Houston, TX
Job type
Full-time
Posted
9 hours ago
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Job description
Job Summary
Set up, operate, or tend glue station, soldering, or brazing machines for metal products, components, or assemblies.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
• Turn and press knobs and buttons or enter operating instructions into welding machines. 25%
• Set up, operate, or tend welding machines that join or bond components to fabricate metal products or assemblies. 20%
• Load or feed work pieces into welding machines to join or bond components.10%
• Correct problems by adjusting controls or by stopping machines and opening holding devices.5%
• Inspect, measure, or test completed metal work pieces to ensure conformance to specifications, using measuring and testing devices.20%
• Record operational information on specified production reports.3%
• Read blueprints, work orders, or production schedules to determine product or job instructions or specifications.2%
• Assemble, align, and clamp work pieces into holding fixtures to bond, heat-treat, or solder fabricated metal components.10%
• Other duties as assigned by Supervision.5%
Education and Experience Profile
• High school diploma or GED certificate and/or industrial experience.
Required Skills
• Previous experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Basic mathmatical and mechanical aptitude.
• Willingness to learn new skills and take instruction from other team members.
Work Environment:
Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment.
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job/classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Assa Abloy is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
We are the ASSA ABLOY Group
Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access.
As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.
As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.
Set up, operate, or tend glue station, soldering, or brazing machines for metal products, components, or assemblies.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
• Turn and press knobs and buttons or enter operating instructions into welding machines. 25%
• Set up, operate, or tend welding machines that join or bond components to fabricate metal products or assemblies. 20%
• Load or feed work pieces into welding machines to join or bond components.10%
• Correct problems by adjusting controls or by stopping machines and opening holding devices.5%
• Inspect, measure, or test completed metal work pieces to ensure conformance to specifications, using measuring and testing devices.20%
• Record operational information on specified production reports.3%
• Read blueprints, work orders, or production schedules to determine product or job instructions or specifications.2%
• Assemble, align, and clamp work pieces into holding fixtures to bond, heat-treat, or solder fabricated metal components.10%
• Other duties as assigned by Supervision.5%
Education and Experience Profile
• High school diploma or GED certificate and/or industrial experience.
Required Skills
• Previous experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Basic mathmatical and mechanical aptitude.
• Willingness to learn new skills and take instruction from other team members.
Work Environment:
Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment.
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job/classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Assa Abloy is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
We are the ASSA ABLOY Group
Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access.
As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.
As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.
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Quick answers about Welder Jobs in United States
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What is the starting salary for entry-level welder jobs in the US in 2026?
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the 10th percentile annual wage for welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers at $38,700, or $18.60 per hour, as projected for 2026. Most entry-level positions require on-the-job training and pay between $18.60 and $22.00 per hour depending on location. Overtime pay is at least 1.5 times the regular rate over 40 hours per week.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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What work visa do I need as a foreign welder to work in the US in 2026?
Foreign welders can apply for H-2B temporary non-agricultural work visas, requiring a temporary labor certification from DOL valid for up to 12 months. USCIS approves H-2B petitions with a FY2026 cap of 68,500 visas after exemptions. Employers must prove no US workers available and pay prevailing wage of at least $24.50 per hour.
Source: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
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What education and experience do I need to qualify for welder jobs in 2026?
A high school diploma or equivalent is required, plus 3 to 6 months of on-the-job training or a DOL-registered apprenticeship program lasting 1-2 years. No college degree is needed, but 1-2 years of experience boosts hiring chances. About 49,800 annual openings are projected through 2033 for qualified candidates.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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What documents are required to apply for welder jobs through US government programs?
Submit a resume, high school diploma, proof of apprenticeship completion via DOL Registered Apprenticeship ID, and AWS certification if held. For federal contractor jobs, include Form ETA-9062 for compliance. Applications via Apprenticeship.gov require SSN and training hours log.
Source: U.S. Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration
