Side Frame Welder - Day Shift

American StaffCorp; Claremore (OK); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

American StaffCorp in Claremore, OK is seeking a Day Shift Side Frame Welder for air cooler manufacturing. You will weld structural side frame assemblies using MIG and flux-core processes, ensuring frames meet blueprints and tolerances.

The role requires the ability to read basic drawings, pass welding tests, lift up to 50 pounds, and work in a heavy industrial environment with overhead cranes and power tools. Immediate availability is preferred.

Qualifications

• Welding tests must pass visually and practically.
• 1–2+ years manufacturing or welding experience.
• Ability to read basic blueprints and technical drawings.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and work in an active industrial setting.

Responsibilities

• Welds using MIG and flux-core processes on structural steel side frames.
• Fits, clamps, aligns, and secures parts to ensure square assemblies.
• Performs visual quality inspections on finished welds to meet standards.
• Operates shop tools such as grinders and measuring equipment; supports crane-enabled handling.

Skills

MIG welding

Flux-core welding

Blueprint reading

Quality inspection

Tools

Overhead cranes

Grinders

Tape measures

Job description

Day Shift Side Frame Welder for air cooler manufacturing in Claremore, OK fits up and welds structural side frame assemblies for heavy industrial heat exchangers using MIG and flux-core welding processes.

Core Responsibilities

• Welding Operations: Perform straight MIG and flux-core (FCAW) welding on structural steel side frame components.
• Fit-Up & Alignment: Fit, clamp, align, and secure metal parts to ensure square alignments and tight tolerances according to blueprints.
• Quality Inspection: Inspect completed welds visually to ensure they meet quality standards and product specifications.
• Shop Support: Operate grinders, hand tools, tape measures, and material handling equipment, including overhead cranes.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Welding Tests: Must pass visual and practical weld tests (such as horizontal, downhill, and overhead positions using MIG and flux-core).
• Experience: Generally requires 1 to 2+ years of manufacturing, fabrication, or side frame welding experience.
• Technical Skills: Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints, technical drawings, and tape measurements.
• Physical Demands: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repetitively and work in an active, industrial manufacturing environment.