Flex Header Welder

About the job As a Welder, you will perform advanced welding tasks to fabricate and assemble metal structures and components according to engineering specifications. This role requires proficiency in MIG, TIG, flux core, and stick welding techniques, as well as the ability to interpret blueprints and follow detailed weld procedures. You will work with carbon, stainless, and aluminium steels, ensuring high-quality welds that meet both structural and aesthetic standards. Responsibilities include operating various fabrication tools, inspecting welds for accuracy, and adhering to safety protocols.

This position is in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. As a part of the team, you will: Experience with non-code structural welding and D1.1 code or ASME Section VII vessel welding

About Alfalaval

• Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact – on our colleagues, partners, customers and society.
• Together, we’re pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources.
• Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water and shipping.
• As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth.
• So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too.

Responsibilities

• Welder II team members may also assist in training entry-level welders and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assemble and weld parts with precision using clamps, bolts, and tack welds
• Plan layouts and welding sequences for structural integrity and safety
• Inspect and correct welds to meet quality standards
• Use measuring instruments to verify dimensions and tolerances
• Perform routine maintenance and complete preventive checklists
• Support material handling, loading/unloading, and workstation supply
• Assist team leaders and train others as needed
• Maintain a clean and organized work area throughout shift

Crosstrain across departments to expand skillset

• All employees are expected to prioritize safety, regardless of role.
• This includes strict adherence to company-wide safety policies and procedures, proactive promotion of safe practices, and addressing unsafe behaviors or conditions in a constructive and positive manner.
• Employees expected to conduct themselves with professionalism, courtesy, and cooperation toward colleagues, customers, vendors, and visitors.
• Full compliance with all Alfa Laval policies and procedures is required to maintain a respectful, safe, and productive work environment.
• Communicate effectively through speech and hearing

Requirements

• Ability to interpret blueprints and follow detailed weld procedures

MIG, flux core, TIG, stick, and sub-arc

• Proficient in operating grinders, plasma cutters, drill presses, and other fabrication tools
• Strong proficiency in carbon steel welding; familiar with stainless steel welding
• Additional Job Duties that maybe required of some Team Members: NDE X-Ray Coded Header Welding Header Fit-up Code Alloy Welding MIG/TIG welding
• You have High School diploma or GED, required, with relevant experience, and: Must pass
• Pulmonary Function Test (PFT), if PAPR is required
• Minimum 5 years of experience using multiple welding and cutting processes
• Manufacturing experience required; industry background preferred
• Proficient in MIG welding and oxyacetylene torch use

Skilled in basic math and tape measure reading

• Experienced with hand tools, drill/saw machinery, and overhead crane operation
• Repetitive motions involving wrists, hands, and fingers for precision tasks
• Clear verbal expressions and active listening to convey and receive detailed instructions

Preferred

• Forklift certification preferred

Pay

• At Alfa Laval, we carefully consider a wide range of factors to determine your total compensation package.
• We rely on market indicators and consider your specific job, background, skills, and experience to get it right.

Benefits

• We offer a challenging position in an open and friendly environment where we help each other to develop and create value.
• Your work will have a true impact on Alfa Laval’s future success.
• Our benefits-eligible associates enjoy healthcare, dental and vision plans, a robust wellness program, generous 401(k), paid holidays, paid time off benefits, and more.

Ability to use and operate hand tools, pneumatic tools, and electric

Physical & Environmental Factors

Regularly exert up to 50 lbs of force occasionally; 30 lbs of force frequently Stand or walk for 80% of the workday

Perform frequent physical activities

balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive hand motions Maintain visual acuity for operating vehicles and heavy equipment

Work Environment Must wear PPE

steel toe boots, safety glasses, and ear plugs Exposure to outdoor weather, extreme heat or cold, loud noise, and vibration

Work near hazards

moving machinery, vehicles, electrical currents, and chemicals

Encounter atmospheric conditions

fumes, dust, gases, odors, and poor ventilation Operate in confined spaces such as narrow aisles or passageway

Physical Requirements

Mobility & Posture: Standing, walking, crouching, stooping, kneeling, and balancing on varied surfaces

Manual Dexterity

Reaching, grasping, pushing, pulling, and lifting objects using upper body strength

Sensory Abilities

Adequate hearing to distinguish sounds and spoken communication in a work environment At Alfa Laval, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive and dynamic workplace that values diverse perspectives and experiences. While we typically welcome applicants from all locations, currently, we are prioritizing candidates who reside in the US or have an established presence in the area. What’s in it for you?

Alfa Laval is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. EEO/Vet/Disabled Employer