Welder (2nd Shift)

Job description:

Werco Manufacturing is a HUBZone-certified, AS9100D-certified, ITAR-registered precision fabrication and machining company based in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, with over 39 years in business. We serve the Aerospace & Defense, Energy Generation, Data Center, and Industrial markets, delivering precision components and complex structures that demand exceptional craftsmanship and durability.

We're actively growing our weld shop, adding a second shift and scaling our welding team significantly this year. This is a strong time to join and grow with us.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding (TIG experience a plus) on carbon steel and stainless steel for multi-sector applications.
• Weld components and structures for Aerospace & Defense programs, Energy and Power Generation equipment, Data Center infrastructure, and Industrial fabrications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and technical drawings to meet precise specifications across AS9100D, AWS, and industry-specific standards.
• Prepare materials for welding, including cutting, grinding, and fitting, ensuring proper alignment and fit-up for complex assemblies.
• Inspect welds for quality, strength, and compliance with customer and regulatory requirements, using visual and non-destructive testing methods as needed.
• Collaborate with machinists, assemblers, and engineers to support production timelines and maintain high standards in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; welding certification (e.g., AWS D1.1, D17.1, or equivalent) strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of welding experience.
• Proficiency in MIG welding techniques on a variety of metals
• Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and weld specifications.
• Experience working to tight tolerances and quality standards (e.g., AS9100D or similar).
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand for extended periods, and work in a manufacturing environment.
• Detail-oriented with a proven track record of producing high-quality welds.
• Must be a U.S. person (citizen or permanent resident) due to ITAR requirements on defense-related work.

Why Join Werco Manufacturing?

• Work on diverse, high-impact projects spanning Aerospace & Defense, Energy Generation, Data Center, and Power Generation systems.
• Join a growing weld team as we scale toward a larger shop with a newly launched second shift, meaning more opportunity and shift flexibility.
• Employee referral bonuses for helping us build the team.
• Be part of a small business with a big footprint: 39 years in business, delivering solutions across critical industries.

Pay: $20.00 - $26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 50.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $26