Vessel Welder – 1St Shift

Vessel Welder – 1st ShiftPay:$26.00–$29.00 per hour(Based on Experience)Location:Catoosa, OKShift:6:00 AM – 4:30 PMJob Order #:151644Position OverviewStand-By Personnel is seeking experienced Vessel Welders for a manufacturing and fabrication opportunity in Catoosa. This position is responsible for setting up and operating advanced welding equipment, producing high-quality welds, troubleshooting welding issues, and ensuring completed work meets applicable specifications and quality standards.Candidates must have at least 2 years of welding experience and successfully pass a 3G MIG/Flux Core weld test. Previous vessel welding experience is preferred but not required.This position requires a skilled Welder who understands machine settings, can read blueprints and weld symbols, and can identify and correct welding defects while maintaining production and quality standards.Required Experience & Skills• Minimum 2 years of welding experience required• Must be able to pass a 3G MIG/Flux Core weld test• Strong MIG welding experience• Strong Flux Core welding experience• Ability to set up and adjust welding equipment• Firm understanding of volts and amps and ability to make appropriate adjustments• Ability to read and interpret blueprints• Ability to understand weld symbols• Ability to follow work-order instructions and specifications• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills• Basic math skills• Basic computer and data-entry skills• Strong attention to weld quality and defect identification• Ability to maintain required production averages• Strong communication and teamwork skills• Commitment to workplace and welding safetyEssential Duties & Responsibilities• Set up and operate advanced welding equipment• Perform MIG and Flux Core welding according to specifications• Plan appropriate working procedures for assigned fabrication work• Review blueprints, work orders, and weld symbols• Set welding machines according to production requirements• Adjust volts, amps, and other applicable welding parameters• Troubleshoot welding equipment and process concerns• Make advanced machine adjustments to maintain quality and productivity• Inspect completed products for completeness and conformance• Identify welding defects and quality concerns• Repair defective products when required• Maintain acceptable appearance and workmanship on repaired areas• Help eliminate unnecessary scrap, rework, and production downtime• Participate in process and weld-procedure improvement activities• Maintain required production averages• Complete basic data entry for maintenance breakdown calls• Coordinate with other departments regarding production and quality needs• Follow all company safety and quality procedures• Perform additional welding and fabrication duties as assignedWeld Test RequirementCandidates must successfully complete:• 3G Position• MIG / Flux Core Weld TestPassing the required weld test is mandatory for this position.Vessel welding experience is preferred but not required for candidates who possess the necessary welding skills and can successfully complete the test.Welding Equipment Setup & AdjustmentCandidates must be comfortable:• Setting up welding machines• Selecting appropriate welding parameters• Understanding volts and amps• Adjusting equipment to maintain proper weld quality• Troubleshooting welding-machine performance• Making adjustments during production• Identifying equipment concerns that could contribute to defects or downtimeBlueprint & Weld Symbol Responsibilities• Read and interpret fabrication blueprints• Follow work-order instructions• Interpret weld symbols• Identify applicable welding specifications• Verify work is completed according to drawings• Identify discrepancies before or during fabrication• Communicate drawing or specification concerns to appropriate personnelQuality ResponsibilitiesQuality is a major responsibility of this position.• Inspect completed products for conformance• Identify welding defects• Follow established quality assurance procedures• Maintain high standards for weld appearance• Repair defective products when required• Ensure repaired areas meet applicable quality requirements• Reduce scrap and unnecessary rework• Maintain consistent workmanship throughout production• Understand and follow company quality policies and proceduresProduction & Continuous Improvement• Maintain production averages at or above expected standards• Identify welding issues that contribute to downtime or rework• Participate in improvement planning• Assist with welding-procedure modifications when appropriate• Support improvements to safety, efficiency, and quality• Communicate effectively with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and other departmentsMaterial Handling & Shop Responsibilities• Minimum 6 months of material-handling experience or equivalent knowledge preferred• Handle small components and parts as required• Move and position materials during fabrication• Safely use applicable fabrication tools• Maintain clean and organized work areas• Follow basic material-handling and shop safety proceduresPreferred Qualifications• Vessel welding experience• Pressure vessel fabrication experience• Advanced MIG welding experience• Advanced Flux Core welding experience• Previous 3G welding experience• Welding-machine troubleshooting experience• Strong blueprint-reading skills• Weld symbol experience• Manufacturing welding experience• Material-handling experience• Experience working in a quality-intensive fabrication environmentPhysical Requirements• Ability to stand and remain physically active throughout the shift• Frequent bending, kneeling, reaching, lifting, carrying, positioning, pushing, and pulling• Must be physically able to crawl in and out of vessels• Ability to safely work in restricted areas associated with vessel fabrication• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination required for welding and small-part handling• Ability to safely operate welding and fabrication equipment• Comfortable performing physically demanding industrial work throughout extended shifts• Ability to safely wear all required PPEWork Environment• Industrial vessel welding and fabrication environment• Regular work around welding machines, fabricated components, tools, and production equipment• Position may require crawling into and out of vessel assemblies• Quality-intensive manufacturing operation focused on reducing defects, scrap, rework, and downtime• Consistent 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM shift• Strong emphasis on safety, productivity, quality workmanship, and dependable attendanceBenefits• Medical insurance• Dental insurance• Vision insurance• Paid time off• 401(k)• On-site marketplace offering drinks, snacks, and sandwiches• Free coffeeWhy You'll Want This Opportunity• Competitive pay of $26.00–$29.00/hour, based on experience• Previous vessel welding experience is preferred but not required• Utilize advanced MIG and Flux Core welding skills• Develop additional vessel fabrication experience• Work with advanced welding equipment and machine settings• Opportunity to utilize troubleshooting and quality-control skills• Medical, dental, vision, PTO, and 401(k) benefits available• Excellent opportunity for experienced Welders looking to advance into vessel fabricationReady to Apply?Apply today for immediate consideration or call/text 918-576-7117 for more information.You can also apply in person at:Stand-By Personnel – Claremore507 E. Will Rogers Blvd.Claremore, OK 74017Monday–Friday | 8 AM – 4 PM