Weld Technician - East Lansing Area

Weld Technician | East Lansing, MI

Salary Range: $41,000 - $66,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for excelling in weld technician? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in East Lansing, seeking experienced Weld Technicians to strengthen their teams.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in East Lansing that are adding Weld Technicians to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform welding operations according to blueprints and specifications using various welding techniques.
• Inspect welds for quality, integrity, and adherence to standards, identifying and rectifying defects.
• Set up and operate welding equipment, ensuring proper calibration and maintenance.
• Prepare materials for welding, including cleaning, grinding, and fitting components.
• Troubleshoot and resolve welding issues to maintain production efficiency.
• Maintain accurate welding records and documentation.
• Adhere to safety protocols and procedures in the workshop environment.
• Assist in the selection and procurement of welding consumables and equipment.

Recommended Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; post-secondary welding certification preferred.
• Proven experience in various welding processes (e.g., MIG, TIG, Stick).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and welding symbols.
• Proficiency in operating and maintaining welding equipment.
• Strong understanding of metallurgy and weldability of different materials.
• Experience with quality control and inspection procedures for welds.

Bonus Qualifications

• - Experience with robotic welding systems
• - Certification in non-destructive testing (NDT) methods like MT, PT, or UT
• - Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
• - Basic understanding of CAD software for reviewing weldment drawings

Job Titles That Should Apply

Welder, Certified Welder, Journeyman Welder, Structural Welder, Pipe Welder, TIG Welder, MIG Welder, Stick Welder, Flux-Cored Arc Welder, Gas Metal Arc Welder, Gas Tungsten Arc Welder, Shielded Metal Arc Welder, AWS Certified Welder, Welder Fabricator, Metal Fabricator, Ironworker, Boilermaker, Pipeline Welder, Underwater Welder, Robotic Welder, Welding Inspector, Welding Supervisor, Welding Foreman, Welding Engineer, Manufacturing Technician, Production 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.