Welder - Grand Haven Area

Welder | Grand Haven, MI

Salary Range: $39,000 - $69,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for precision welding and fabricating quality components? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in Grand Haven, seeking experienced Welders to strengthen their teams.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Grand Haven region seeking Welders. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and welding specifications.
• Operate and maintain various welding equipment, including MIG, TIG, and Stick welders.
• Perform precise welding on metal components and structures according to engineering drawings.
• Inspect finished welds for quality, defects, and conformity to standards using appropriate tools.
• Fabricate and assemble metal parts, ensuring proper alignment and fit.
• Adhere strictly to all safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Clean, grind, and prepare metal surfaces for welding.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proficiency in multiple welding processes (e.g., MIG, TIG, Stick)
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and welding symbols
• Demonstrated experience with various metal types (e.g., mild steel, stainless steel, aluminum)
• Relevant welding certifications (e.g., AWS D1.1, D1.2, or D1.6)
• Strong understanding and adherence to safety protocols and quality standards

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with robotic or automated welding systems.
• Demonstrated ability to perform advanced fabrication tasks, including layout, cutting, and fitting.
• Familiarity with quality inspection techniques (e.g., visual inspection, NDT basics) and documentation.
• Experience welding exotic materials or thin gauge metals.
• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification or other advanced AWS certifications.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Welder, Certified Welder, Fabricator Welder, Welding Technician, Structural Welder, Pipe Welder, Fitter Welder, Metal Fabricator, Maintenance Welder

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.