Structure Welder

As a Welder I, you will be responsible for laying out, fitting, tacking, and welding steel components and assemblies in accordance with blueprint specifications. Using a range of power tools and welding equipment, you’ll ensure precision, structural integrity, and a clean finish free of undercuts and weld spatter. Your work must meet strict dimensional and aesthetic standards, contributing directly to product quality and organizational success.

This position is in Tulsa, Oklahoma and/or Broken Arrow, Oklahoma.

As a part of the team, you will:

Interpret blueprints and follow instructions to execute weld procedures

Operate mig and/or tig welders, stick welding, grinders, plasma cutters, drill presses, and other tools

Familiar with welding carbon and aluminium steel

Assemble and weld parts with precision using clamps, bolts, and tack welds

Plan layouts and welding sequences for structural integrity and safety

Inspect and correct welds to meet quality standards

Use measuring instruments to verify dimensions and tolerances

Perform routine maintenance and complete preventive checklists

Support material handling, loading/unloading, and workstation supply

Assist team leaders and train others as needed

Maintain a clean and organized work area throughout shift

Crosstrain across departments to expand skillset

Ability to use and operate hand tools, pneumatic tools, and electric

All employees are expected to prioritize safety, regardless of role. This includes strict adherence to company-wide safety policies and procedures, proactive promotion of safe practices, and addressing unsafe behaviors or conditions in a constructive and positive manner.

Employees expected to conduct themselves with professionalism, courtesy, and cooperation toward colleagues, customers, vendors, and visitors.

Full compliance with all Alfa Laval policies and procedures is required to maintain a respectful, safe, and productive work environment.

You have High School diploma or GED, preferred, with relevant experience, and:

Minimum 1 year experience using mig or tig welding

Must pass Pulmonary Function Test (PFT), if PAPR is required

Manufacturing experience required; industry background preferred

Proficient in MIG welding and oxyacetylene torch use

Skilled in basic math and tape measure reading

Experienced with hand tools, drill/saw machinery, and overhead crane operation

Forklift certification preferred

Physical & Environmental Factors:

Physical Requirements (lifting, climbing, standing, equipment use):

Regularly exert up to 50 lbs of force occasionally; 30 lbs of force frequently

Stand or walk for 80% of the workday

Required to have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment.

Mobility & Posture: Standing, walking, crouching, stooping, kneeling, and balancing on varied surfaces

Manual Dexterity: Reaching, grasping, pushing, pulling, and lifting objects using upper body strength

Fine Motor Skills: Repetitive motions involving wrists, hands, and fingers for precision tasks

Communication: Clear verbal expressions and active listening to convey and receive detailed instructions

Sensory Abilities: Adequate hearing to distinguish sounds and spoken communication in a work environment

Environmental Factors (hazardous materials, work location, work surfaces, exposure):

Must wear Personal Protective Equipment: steel toe boots, safety glasses, and ear plugs

Exposure to various weather conditions cold or hot, wet/humid conditions, and loud noise levels. No climate-controlled environment.

Work near hazards: moving machinery, vehicles, electrical currents, and chemicals

Encounter atmospheric conditions: fumes, dust, gases, odors, and poor ventilation

Operate in confined spaces such as narrow aisles or passageway

Communicate effectively through speech and hearing

At Alfa Laval, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive and dynamic workplace that values diverse perspectives and experiences. While we typically welcome applicants from all locations, currently, we are prioritizing candidates who reside in the US or have an established presence in the area.

We offer a challenging position in an open and friendly environment where we help each other to develop and create value. Your work will have a true impact on Alfa Laval’s future success. Our benefits-eligible associates enjoy healthcare, dental and vision plans, a robust wellness program, generous 401(k), paid holidays, paid time off benefits, and more. At Alfa Laval, we carefully consider a wide range of factors to determine your total compensation package. We rely on market indicators and consider your specific job, background, skills, and experience to get it right.

Alfa Laval is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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