Structural Welder

Westerman, Inc; Catoosa (OK); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-Owned Company (ESOP)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Health Savings Account

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Referral program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Discount Program

Job summary

Westerman, Inc. in Oklahoma is seeking an experienced Structural Welder to set up and operate welding equipment on skid assemblies. The role emphasizes quality, safety, and on-time production with minimal scrap and downtime.

Responsibilities include inspecting finished work, adjusting welding machines, and following procedures to meet specifications. The position is day shift, full-time, on-site at the Catoosa facility, with benefits available.

Qualifications

• Must pass a closed root 3G MIG, flux core test on plate.
• Minimum 1 year welding experience on skids using MIG and Flux.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Basic math skills and safety training.
• Must read and interpret blueprints, work orders, weld symbols.
• Capable of using related tools and following procedures.
• Strong problem-solving and attention to quality.

Responsibilities

• Plans details of working procedure.
• Inspects finished product for conformance to all quality assurance procedures.
• Set up, troubleshoot, and adjust welding machines to maintain production and quality.
• Participates in improvement planning - modification of weld procedures to increase safety, efficiency, and quality.
• Follows all safety policies and procedures.
• Maintains production averages at or above expected standards.
• Communicates effectively with all departments.
• Other duties as required and assigned.

Skills

Welding

MIG welding

Flux core welding

Blueprint reading

Math skills

Safety training

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Welding machines

Safety equipment

Job description

Job Details

Level: Experienced

Job Location: 30 - Westerman - Catoosa, OK 74015

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $23.00 - $23.00 Hourly

Job Shift: Day

Westerman, Inc., an employee-owned company, is a multiple site manufacturer of production and storage equipment within the oil, gas, and nuclear industries. Our equipment helps optimize well pad design, improve separation efficiency and lower overall equipment spend through high-performance surface separation and processing technology. Our equipment is setting new standards for performance and economics nationwide.

SUMMARY

Primarily working on skids, the Structural Welder is responsible for set-up and operation of welding equipment. This position uses expertise to solve problems and eliminate scrap, rework, and downtime while effectively repairing defective products. The appearance of the repair work must be at an acceptable level and meet high quality standards. The Welder is also responsible for making sure all work is done to specification. A successful candidate is a self-motivated multi-tasker that utilizes a strong work ethic to ensure all quality levels are met and demonstrates professionalism through regular and punctual attendance. This is a safety sensitive position.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Regular and punctual attendance at work is an essential job function of each position and is necessary to your individual effectiveness and that of your work group. Regular and punctual attendance is required of all employees.

• Plans details of working procedure.
• Inspects finished product for completeness and conformance to all quality assurance procedures.
• Set up, troubleshoot, and make adjustments to welding machines as needed to maintain excellent production and quality.
• Participates in improvement planning - modification of weld procedures to increase safety, efficiency, and quality.
• Follows all safety policies and procedures.
• Consistently maintains production averages at or above the expected standards.
• Communicates effectively with all departments.
• Other duties as required and assigned.

SALARY

$23 per hour

BENEFITS

• Employee-Owned Company (ESOP)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Program

SCHEDULE

• Monday - Friday
• Weekends as needed
• Day shift

LOCATION

5215 Arkansas Road, Catoosa, Oklahoma 74015

ON SITE

• Barber
• Market
• Gym

Westerman, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status

REQUIREMENTS

• MUST BE ABLE TO PASS A CLOSED ROOT 3G MIG, FLUX CORE FILL AND CAP TEST ON PLATE
• Minimum 1 year previous welding experience on skids using MIG and Flux.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Basic math skills.
• Basic safety training.
• Must have a firm understanding of volts and amps and be able to adjust accordingly.
• Basic data entry skills for maintenance breakdown calls.
• Capability to read and interpret blueprints, work order instructions, weld symbols, and operate required tools involved in position.
• Good problem-solving skills, safety practices, and attention to quality.
• Must understand and follow the quality policy and procedures - detect defects.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time, up to entire length of shift.
• Must be able to handle physical, repetitive work.
• Must be able to exert moderate to heavy physical effort with lifting requirement up to 50 pounds.
• Must have strong range of motion.
• Must be able to sit, stand, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and bend.
• Must be able to see, speak, read, and hear.
• Must be able to read instructions and all measuring devices.
• Must use fingers and hands to manipulate tools and small parts.
• Must be able to walk over both even and uneven surfaces.
• Must be able to work in extreme temperatures, both hot and cold.
• Must be able to wear appropriate PPE.
• Must be physically able to access all areas of the plant and grounds.
• Some aspects of this position may require working in tight quarters.
• Some aspects of this position may require close vision, depth perception, the ability to see small detail, and the ability to adjust focus.