Weld Technician - Charlotte Area

Weld Technician | Charlotte, MI

Salary Range: $43,000 - $68,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for excelling in weld technician? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Charlotte seeking Weld Technicians to lead and enhance their operations.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Charlotte 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, schematics, and specifications.
• Inspect and test welds for defects, ensuring compliance with quality standards.
• Prepare materials and equipment for welding, including cleaning, grinding, and setting up fixtures.
• Operate and maintain welding equipment, troubleshooting minor issues as they arise.
• Adhere to safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe work environment.
• Fabricate and assemble metal components and structures using various welding techniques.
• Record production data, including weld parameters and inspection results.
• Collaborate with engineers and supervisors to resolve technical challenges and improve welding processes.

Recommended Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training or apprenticeship in welding preferred.
• Proven experience as a welder in a manufacturing environment, with a strong understanding of 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 and tools.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and regulations related to welding.
• Certification in relevant welding codes (e.g., AWS D1.1) is a plus.

Bonus Qualifications

• - Experience with automated welding systems (e.g., robotic welding, submerged arc)
• - Certification in specific welding processes (e.g., AWS D1.1, D1.2, D1.3)
• - Familiarity with NDT methods like visual inspection (VT), dye penetrant (PT), or magnetic particle (MT)
• - Basic understanding of metallurgy and material science relevant to welding applications
• - Proficiency in reading and interpreting complex engineering drawings and weld symbols

Job Titles That Should Apply

Welder, Certified Welder, Structural Welder, Pipe Welder, Fabricator, Metal Fabricator, Welding Inspector, Welding Supervisor, Welding Engineer, Manufacturing Technician, Production Welder, Journeyman Welder, Master Welder, TIG Welder, MIG Welder, Stick Welder, AWS Certified Welder, Welding Specialist, Fabrication Technician, Metalworker

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.