Shop Helper – Steel Fabrication | 1st Shift

Stand-By Personnel, Inc.; Sapulpa (OK); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Stand-By Personnel, Inc. is seeking a dependable Shop Helper for a temp-to-hire role in Sapulpa, OK. You will assist skilled craftsmen, operate overhead cranes and power tools, and help manage materials in a manufacturing setting.

The job emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork in a busy shop environment. The ideal candidate has basic fabrication shop experience, reads a tape measure, and is eager to learn new fabrication processes while maintaining quality standards.

Qualifications

• Previous fabrication shop or industrial manufacturing experience.
• Ability to operate overhead cranes and power tools safely.
• Ability to read and use a tape measure.
• Willingness to learn fabrication drawings and BOMs.

Responsibilities

• Assist skilled craftsmen with daily fabrication, assembly, and general shop tasks.
• Operate overhead cranes, power tools, and other shop equipment per safety procedures.
• Measure, move, position, and organize materials for fabrication operations.
• Read and follow shop instructions, work orders, and production requirements.
• Learn to interpret fabrication drawings and Bills of Materials.

Skills

Basic fabrication

Tape measure

Shop communications

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Tools

Overhead cranes

Power tools

Shop equipment

Job description

Shop Helper – Steel Fabrication | 1st Shift Pay: $18.00 per hour Location: Sapulpa, OK Shift: 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM Job Type: Temp-to-Hire Position Classification: Safety-Sensitive Job Order #: 154215

Position Overview

Stand-By Personnel is seeking a dependable and hardworking Shop Helper for a temp-to-hire opportunity in Sapulpa, Oklahoma. This position involves assisting skilled craftsmen with fabrication activities, operating shop equipment, handling materials, and supporting daily manufacturing operations. Candidates should have basic fabrication shop experience and be comfortable working around overhead cranes, forklifts, power tools, trucks, and industrial machinery. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude, basic measurement skills, and a willingness to learn new fabrication processes while maintaining established production and quality standards. This is a safety-sensitive position requiring employees to follow strict workplace safety procedures when working around industrial equipment.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Previous fabrication shop or industrial manufacturing experience
• Ability to operate overhead cranes and power tools safely
• Ability to accurately read and use a tape measure
• Ability to read and write basic shop communications
• Willingness to learn to interpret shop drawings and Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Basic mechanical aptitude and familiarity with fabrication tools
• Ability to follow written and verbal work instructions
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Ability to work independently and as part of a production team
• Dependable attendance, punctuality, and strong work ethic
• Willingness to learn new skills and fabrication procedures

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist skilled craftsmen with daily fabrication, assembly, and general shop responsibilities.
• Operate overhead cranes, power tools, and other authorized shop equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Measure, move, position, and organize materials to support fabrication and manufacturing operations.
• Read and follow basic shop instructions, work orders, and applicable production requirements.
• Learn to interpret fabrication drawings and Bills of Materials to identify required components and materials.
• Support production activities while maintaining established productivity and workmanship standards.
• Assist with material preparation, handling, and general shop organization.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas in accordance with 5S workplace organization standards.
• Work closely with craftsmen and other production personnel to complete assigned projects efficiently.
• Identify and communicate equipment concerns, material discrepancies, or workplace safety hazards to supervisors.
• Follow all company safety policies, equipment operating procedures, and quality requirements.
• Perform additional fabrication support and general shop responsibilities as assigned.

Fabrication Shop & Equipment Experience

Candidates will work in an industrial fabrication environment alongside experienced craftsmen. Responsibilities include assisting with material preparation, operating shop tools, supporting fabrication activities, and maintaining efficient production workflow. Previous experience with overhead cranes, power tools, and general fabrication equipment is important. Candidates must be comfortable working around heavy machinery and industrial materials while maintaining awareness of workplace hazards.

Shop Drawings, Measurements & Material Handling

This position requires basic tape‑measure skills and the ability to follow shop instructions accurately. Candidates should be willing to learn how to interpret fabrication drawings and Bills of Materials. Responsibilities include identifying materials, verifying measurements, positioning components, and supporting craftsmen with assigned production tasks. Strong attention to detail and a willingness to develop additional technical skills are essential.

Safety-Sensitive Position & Workplace Standards

This position is classified as safety-sensitive due to regular work involving overhead cranes, forklifts, trucks, power equipment, automated machinery, and other industrial processes. Employees must follow all applicable company safety policies, equipment operating requirements, and personal protective equipment procedures. Candidates must maintain established productivity and quality standards while supporting safe manufacturing operations.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

This is a physically active position in an industrial fabrication shop. Candidates must be comfortable standing and walking for extended periods, bending, reaching, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling materials as required. Work involves regular exposure to overhead cranes, forklifts, trucks, power tools, fabrication equipment, and active manufacturing operations. All required personal protective equipment and workplace safety procedures must be followed.

Schedule Requirements

1st Shift | 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM Candidates must be comfortable working extended daytime shifts and maintaining dependable attendance. Specific workdays will be confirmed during the hiring process.

Location

Stand-By Personnel – Tulsa Skilled Division 1531 E. 2nd St. Tulsa, OK 74120 Monday–Friday | 8 AM – 4 PM Stand-By Personnel — Helping People, Changing Lives.