Production Painter/FiberglassWelker, Inc

About Welker

At Welker, our mission is to Build Something Greater. We are a family-owned manufacturing company based in Sugar Land, Texas, with more than 70 years of experience delivering innovative solutions to the oil and gas industry.

With expertise in ERP systems, 3D CAD design, and on-site manual and CNC machining, we provide industry-leading products, turnkey solutions, and worldwide service.

If you're looking for a hands-on manufacturing career where quality, craftsmanship, and teamwork matter, Welker may be the right fit for you.

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated Production Painter / Fiberglass Laminator to join our Assembly team. This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in producing high-quality work, enjoys working with their hands, and can work independently while maintaining a strong focus on safety and quality.

In this position, you will be responsible for applying industrial coatings, constructing fiberglass cases, operating shop equipment, and supporting production activities to ensure products meet Welker's high standards.

If you are detail-oriented, mechanically inclined, and enjoy working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, this may be the perfect opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Utilize Welker's ERP system to understand and execute work order instructions
  
• Apply industrial coatings using pressure spray equipment
• Prepare surfaces through sanding, cleaning, and sandblasting processes
• Construct and laminate fiberglass cases
  
• Operate a forklift to move heavy parts to designated areas - training and certification will be provided
  
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Support additional assembly activities as needed

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work on your feet for extended periods throughout the shift
• Ability to follow work instructions, drawings, and manufacturing procedures
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work 
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with industrial painting, coating, or finishing processes
• Experience working with fiberglass fabrication and lamination
• Forklift experience
• Technical or vocational training in a related field

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work on your feet for up to 90% of the workday
• Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Regular use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Exposure to a manufacturing environment that may not be climate controlled
• Frequent handling of production materials, tools, and equipment

Why Join Welker?

• Be part of a team that builds high-quality products used around the world
• Develop specialized skills in industrial coatings and fiberglass fabrication
• Join a stable, family-owned company with a strong reputation and long-term growth
• Opportunity for overtime and continued skill development

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience, education, and potential
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement

Additional Requirements

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Must successfully complete a drug screen, physical, and background check

Apply Today

If you're a hands-on professional who takes pride in quality craftsmanship and enjoys working in a manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Learn more about Welker and our products at https://www.welker.com