Welder: Blueprint-Driven Fabrication (2nd Shift)

Blueworx; Shawnee (OK); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

BlueWorx is seeking an experienced Welder for a Shawnee, OK manufacturing role. You will set up and operate welding equipment to join and fabricate metal components according to blueprints, specifications, and work orders.

This full-time position requires strong blueprint-reading skills and a commitment to quality welds. The ideal candidate has 1–3 years welding experience, can work with minimal supervision, and will pass a weld certification test within six months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of practical welding experience.
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Knowledge of welding machines, tools, setup, operation, maintenance, and basic repair.
• Understanding of fabrication and welding principles.
• Basic shop math skills.
• Strong attention to detail and weld quality.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to follow work orders, specifications, and safety procedures.
• Candidates must pass the weld certification test within the first six months of employment and maintain certification.

Responsibilities

• Set up and safely operate welding and cutting equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, diagrams, and schematics.
• Determine appropriate welding processes based on job requirements.
• Gather required tools and materials for assigned work orders.
• Prepare, assemble, fit, and tack components before welding.
• Weld and fabricate metal parts according to production specifications.
• Perform cutting, burning, fitting, and welding operations.
• Monitor heat during welding and cutting to prevent warping, distortion, expansion, or shrinkage.
• Inspect work to ensure weld quality and dimensional accuracy.
• Identify defective materials or faulty equipment and report concerns to supervision.
• Maintain welding equipment and keep work areas clean and organized.
• Verify machine guards and required safety equipment are properly installed.
• Follow established safety, quality, and environmental procedures.
• Complete additional production or fabrication duties as assigned

Skills

Blueprint reading

Welding

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Welding machines

Job description

BlueWorx is seeking an experienced Welder for a Shawnee, OK manufacturing role. You will set up and operate welding equipment to join and fabricate metal components according to blueprints, specifications, and work orders.

This full-time position requires strong blueprint-reading skills and a commitment to quality welds. The ideal candidate has 1–3 years welding experience, can work with minimal supervision, and will pass a weld certification test within six months.