Structural Lead Welder

Stand-By Personnel is seeking an experienced Lead Structural Welder to oversee daily welding operations while performing high-quality structural welding in a busy fabrication facility in Sapulpa. The ideal candidate has extensive structural welding experience, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to producing exceptional workmanship while helping develop and support fellow welders.

Lead Structural Welder

Pay:$23.00 per hour(DOE $22.00 $25.00/hour)
Location:Sapulpa, OK 74066
Shift:Choose Your Shift:
1st Shift: Monday Friday | 5: 00 AM 3: 30 PM
2nd Shift: Monday Friday | 4: 00 PM 12: 30 AM
Job Type:Temp-to-Hire
Job Order #:126384
Position Overview
Stand-By Personnel is seeking an experienced Lead Structural Welder to oversee daily welding operations while performing high-quality structural welding in a busy fabrication facility in Sapulpa. This leadership position combines hands-on welding responsibilities with mentoring, quality control, and production oversight to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to specification.

The ideal candidate has extensive structural welding experience, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to producing exceptional workmanship while helping develop and support fellow welders.
Required Experience & Skills
Proven experience performing structural welding
Previous lead or supervisory welding experience preferred
Strong knowledge of structural welding techniques, equipment, and safety standards
Experience performing quality control inspections on completed welds
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, and technical drawings
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Excellent communication and leadership abilities
Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Perform structural welding according to engineering drawings, welding procedures, and customer specifications
Lead and support welders on the production floor while promoting productivity and teamwork
Conduct quality control inspections to verify weld integrity and compliance with company standards
Train, mentor, and coach welding personnel on best practices, quality expectations, and safety procedures
Troubleshoot welding issues and implement corrective actions when necessary
Ensure all work complies with company policies, customer requirements, and applicable industry standards
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
Collaborate with supervisors and management to meet production schedules and project deadlines
Assist with additional fabrication and leadership responsibilities as assigned
Preferred Qualifications
AWS or equivalent welding certifications
Previous experience in heavy fabrication or structural steel manufacturing
Experience leading teams and improving production efficiency
Strong understanding of fabrication processes and welding quality standards
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly
Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and repetitive physical activity throughout the shift
Ability to safely work around welding equipment, heavy steel, heat, sparks, and industrial machinery while wearing required PPE
Comfortable working in a physically demanding fabrication environment
Work Environment
Heavy industrial fabrication and manufacturing facility
Exposure to welding equipment, fabrication machinery, overhead cranes, heat, noise, and heavy steel materials
Fast-paced production environment focused on safety, quality, and teamwork
Leadership role with opportunities to influence production performance and team development
Why You'll Want This Opportunity
Competitive pay ranging from $22.00 $25.00/hour based on experience
Choice of first or second shift to fit your schedule
Long-term temp-to-hire opportunity
Weekly pay
Opportunity to lead an experienced welding team in a growing fabrication facility
Excellent career advancement potential in welding leadership and manufacturing operations
Ready to Apply?
Apply today for immediate consideration or call/text 918-582-0522 for more information.

You can also apply in person at:

Stand-By Personnel
1531 E. 2nd St.
Tulsa, OK 74120
Monday Friday | 8 AM 4 PM