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About the job

As a Welder, you will perform advanced welding tasks to fabricate and assemble metal structures and components according to engineering specifications. This role requires proficiency in MIG, TIG, flux core, and stick welding techniques, as well as the ability to interpret blueprints and follow detailed weld procedures. You will work with carbon, stainless, and aluminium steels, ensuring high-quality welds that meet both structural and aesthetic standards. Responsibilities include operating various fabrication tools, inspecting welds for accuracy, and adhering to safety protocols. Welder II team members may also assist in training entry-level welders and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

This position is in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma.

As a part of the team, you will:

• Experience with non-code structural welding and D1.1 code or ASME Section VII vessel welding
• Ability to interpret blueprints and follow detailed weld procedures
• Skilled in multiple welding processes: MIG, flux core, TIG, stick, and sub-arc
• Proficient in operating grinders, plasma cutters, drill presses, and other fabrication tools
• Strong proficiency in carbon steel welding; familiar with stainless steel welding
• 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.

Additional Job Duties that maybe required of some Team Members:

• NDE X-Ray Coded Header Welding
• Header Fit-up
• Code Alloy Welding
• MIG/TIG welding

What you know:

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

• Must pass Pulmonary Function Test (PFT), if PAPR is required
• Minimum 5 years of experience using multiple welding and cutting processes
• 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:

• Regularly exert up to 50 lbs of force occasionally; 30 lbs of force frequently
• Stand or walk for 80% of the workday
• Perform frequent physical activities: balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive hand motions
• Maintain visual acuity for operating vehicles and heavy equipment
• Communicate effectively through speech and hearing

Work Environment

• Must wear PPE: steel toe boots, safety glasses, and ear plugs
• Exposure to outdoor weather, extreme heat or cold, loud noise, and vibration
• 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

Physical Requirements:

• 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

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.

What’s in it for you?

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.  The base salary for this role is typically $23.00 - $26.00.

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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