2nd Shift Structure Welder Lead — Build Impact

BeInBA; Broken Arrow (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Alfa Laval is seeking a Structure Welder Team Lead for the 2nd shift in Broken Arrow, OK. The role coordinates the daily work of the welding cell, ensures quality and safety, and drives continuous improvements.

Prior experience with MIG and oxyacetylene welding, blueprint reading, and crane/ forklift operations is required. The position emphasizes hands-on leadership rather than formal management, with a focus on containment, corrective actions, and training within the cell.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred with relevant experience.
• Minimum 5 years of welding experience with multiple welding/cutting processes.
• Proficient in MIG welding and oxyacetylene torch use.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support the daily work of the team/shift.
• Monitor processes and performance in the team/shift.
• Be a link between the team, support functions and TM.
• Develop and have good knowledge of key processes and tools within the cell.
• Close competence gaps by training/coaching and running SOP audit dialogues.
• Control of quality, deviations and line stops with TM.
• Focus on waste elimination and improvements.
• Drive meetings within cell (shift handover, cell meeting).

Skills

MIG welding

Oxyacetylene torch

Blueprint reading

Tape measure reading

Calipers reading

Team leadership

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Overhead crane operation

Forklift operation

Hand tools

Drill/saw machinery

Job description

Alfa Laval is seeking a Structure Welder Team Lead for the 2nd shift in Broken Arrow, OK. The role coordinates the daily work of the welding cell, ensures quality and safety, and drives continuous improvements.

Prior experience with MIG and oxyacetylene welding, blueprint reading, and crane/ forklift operations is required. The position emphasizes hands-on leadership rather than formal management, with a focus on containment, corrective actions, and training within the cell.