John Zink Spring 2027 Welding Co-Op

John Zink; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational assistance

Health benefits

Paid vacation

Job summary

John Zink, a Koch Engineered Solutions company, is seeking a Welding Co-Op to join our Tulsa manufacturing team beginning January 2027. This on-site opportunity provides hands-on welding and fabrication experience alongside seasoned professionals.

You will apply welding coursework, read blueprints, and learn MIG and TIG processes while ensuring safety and quality. Enrolled in a welding program, you will gain practical skills with stainless steel and other high-end materials.

Qualifications

• As a student, enrolled in a welding program, you will apply welding coursework in a manufacturing setting.
• Experience or coursework with MIG, TIG, or Flux Core welding processes is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints or technical drawings is required.

Responsibilities

• Apply welding coursework in a manufacturing environment with PPE and safety controls.
• Assist with joining and fabricating metal using MIG and TIG welding.
• Read blueprints and drawings to support fabrication activities.
• Use measuring devices and tools to complete work accurately.
• Learn to set up and operate welding equipment for required welds.
• Support fabrication activities including plasma cutting, fitting, welding, and grinding.
• Work with experienced welders to develop skills and contribute to quality work.
• Gain exposure to stainless steel and other high-end materials.

Skills

MIG (GMAW)

TIG (GTAW)

Blueprints reading

Safety compliance

Education

Welding program enrollment

Job description

John Zink, a Koch Engineered Solutions company, is looking for a Welding Co-Op to join our manufacturing team beginning January 2027 in Tulsa, OK.

Our Team

John Zink continues to grow its Tulsa Manufacturing Facility into a world-class operation recognized for safety, environmental excellence, innovation, and customer service. As a Welding Co-Op, you will work alongside experienced team members while building practical welding and fabrication capabilities.

What You Will Do

• Apply welding coursework and hands‑on training in a manufacturing environment while following required safety controls and PPE requirements.
• Assist with joining and fabricating metal using MIG (GMAW) and TIG (GTAW).
• Read and interpret blueprints and drawings to support fabrication activities.
• Use measuring devices, mathematics, and appropriate tools to complete work accurately.
• Learn to set up, operate, fit, and position welding equipment for required welds.
• Support related fabrication activities related to plasma cutting including fitting, welding, and grinding.
• Work alongside experienced welders and manufacturing team members to develop technical capabilities and contribute to quality work.
• Opportunity to work with stainless steel and other high‑end materials.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Currently enrolled in a welding, welding technology, or closely related technical program at an accredited technical school, community college, or college.
• Experience and/or coursework using one or more welding processes such as MIG (GMAW), TIG (GTAW), or Flux Core (FCAW).
• Experience and/or coursework reading and interpreting blueprints or technical drawings.
• Able to work in Tulsa, Oklahoma beginning January 2027.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Anticipated completion of a welding or related technical program in Spring 2027.
• Hands‑on experience welding stainless steel.
• Experience with multiple welding processes, including MIG (GMAW), TIG (GTAW), Flux Core (FCAW), Stick (SMAW), and/or Subarc (SAW).

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers.

Who We Are

As a Koch Engineered Solutions company, John Zink is a global leader in emissions control and a pioneer in modern Combustion solutions. Our research and development facilities make up the largest testing complex of its kind. Additionally, our worldwide service organization is the largest, most technically advanced team of its kind. We provide solutions to capture emissions, destroy pollutants, manage waste and heat vital processes to help industries operate more cleanly and efficiently.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify.