Side Frame Welder – 1st Shift Pay: $21.00 per hour Location: Claremore, OK Shift: Monday–Friday | 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM Job Order #: 152212 Position Overview Stand-By Personnel is seeking an experienced Side Frame Welder for a manufacturing opportunity in Claremore. This position is responsible for fitting, assembling, and welding side frames and structural components used in air cooler and related metal assemblies. The ideal candidate has previous manufacturing or fabrication welding experience, can read basic blueprints and measurements, and is comfortable fitting, clamping, aligning, and welding components to required dimensions. Strong attention to weld quality, dimensional accuracy, and workplace safety is essential. Required Experience & Skills • Previous welding experience in manufacturing or fabrication required • Experience with MIG, TIG, and/or Flux Core welding processes • Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints • Ability to follow fabrication drawings and work orders • Strong measurement skills • Experience fitting and aligning components before welding • Ability to set up and adjust welding equipment • Strong attention to weld quality and dimensional accuracy • Ability to identify and correct basic welding defects • Strong understanding of welding safety practices • Ability to work independently and as part of a production team • Dependable attendance and strong work ethic Essential Duties & Responsibilities • Weld and assemble side frames and structural components • Read and follow blueprints, drawings, and work orders • Perform MIG, TIG, and/or Flux Core welding according to production requirements • Weld carbon steel and other applicable metals • Measure and position components before welding • Fit components according to required dimensions • Clamp and align parts before tack-up • Tack components into position • Complete final welds according to applicable specifications • Set up and adjust welding equipment • Operate applicable hand and fabrication tools • Inspect completed welds for quality and accuracy • Verify completed assemblies meet dimensional requirements • Identify weld defects or fit-up concerns • Correct defects when required • Work with Production and Quality personnel to meet daily goals • Maintain clean and organized work areas • Follow all company safety procedures and PPE requirements • Perform additional welding and fabrication duties as assigned Side Frame Assembly Candidates may regularly perform: • Side frame fabrication • Structural component assembly • Material positioning • Component fit-up • Clamping and alignment • Tack welding • Final welding • Dimensional verification • Finished assembly inspection Accuracy during fit-up is important to ensure completed frames maintain the required dimensions and structural integrity. Welding Processes Depending on production requirements, candidates may work with: • MIG / GMAW • TIG / GTAW • Flux Core / FCAW • Tack welding • General structural fabrication processes The specific welding process may vary depending on the component and production assignment. Blueprint & Measurement Responsibilities Candidates should be able to: • Read basic fabrication blueprints • Interpret drawings and work orders • Identify required measurements • Verify component dimensions • Determine proper part positioning • Check alignment before welding • Compare completed assemblies against applicable requirements • Identify dimensional discrepancies Fit-Up & Alignment • Position side frame components • Fit materials according to drawings • Clamp components securely • Align parts before welding • Verify dimensions before tack-up • Maintain proper positioning throughout welding • Make fit-up adjustments when necessary • Help ensure finished frames maintain structural integrity Welding Equipment & Tools Candidates may regularly use: • Welding machines • Clamps • Tape measures • Squares • Grinders • Basic hand tools • Fabrication equipment • Other production tools as assigned Quality Responsibilities • Inspect completed welds for visible defects • Verify weld quality and workmanship • Check assemblies for dimensional accuracy • Identify fit-up or alignment concerns • Correct defects when required • Maintain consistent workmanship throughout production • Work with Quality personnel when inspection concerns arise • Help prevent nonconforming assemblies from advancing through production Preferred Qualifications • Side Frame Welder experience • Structural welding experience • Air cooler manufacturing experience • MIG welding experience • TIG welding experience • Flux Core welding experience • Carbon steel fabrication experience • Manufacturing welding experience • Blueprint-reading experience • Fitting and assembly experience Physical Requirements • Ability to stand for extended periods throughout the shift • Frequent bending, reaching, kneeling, lifting, carrying, positioning, pushing, and pulling • Ability to lift and handle materials throughout the workday • Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination required for welding and fit-up • Ability to safely operate welding and fabrication equipment • Comfortable performing physically active fabrication work throughout the shift • Ability to safely work around metal components, welding equipment, sparks, heat, and industrial machinery • Ability to wear all required PPE Work Environment • Industrial manufacturing and fabrication environment • Regular work around side frames, structural components, welding machines, and fabrication tools • Hands-on position involving fitting, alignment, welding, inspection, and assembly • Consistent Monday–Friday | 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM schedule • Production-focused environment requiring consistent quality and output • Strong emphasis on safety, dimensional accuracy, weld quality, and dependable attendance Why You'll Want This Opportunity • Starting pay of $21.00/hour • Stable Monday–Friday schedule • Consistent first-shift hours • Hands-on welding and structural assembly experience • Work on air cooler and related metal assemblies • Utilize MIG, TIG, and/or Flux Core welding skills • Develop additional fitting, alignment, and fabrication experience • Work directly with Production and Quality personnel • Excellent opportunity for an experienced production Welder looking for steady manufacturing work in Claremore Ready 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 – Claremore 507 E. Will Rogers Blvd. Claremore, OK 74017 Monday–Friday | 8 AM – 4 PM