Welder - Traverse City Area

Welder | Traverse City, MI

Salary Range: $44,000 - $75,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for precision welding and fabricating quality components? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Traverse City seeking experienced Welders.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Traverse City seeking Welders who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform welding using various techniques (MIG, TIG, Stick) according to specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and work orders.
• Set up, operate, and maintain welding equipment and tools.
• Inspect finished welds for quality, defects, and adherence to standards.
• Prepare materials by grinding, cutting, and cleaning surfaces prior to welding.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures while working.
• Conduct routine maintenance and troubleshooting on welding machinery.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proficiency in common welding processes (e.g., MIG, TIG, Stick) on various materials.
• Ability to read and accurately interpret blueprints, schematics, and welding symbols.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety protocols and proper use of PPE in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to inspect finished welds for quality, defects, and adherence to specifications.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Welder in a manufacturing or production setting.

Bonus Qualifications

• Advanced blueprint reading skills, including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Experience with robotic welding or automated welding systems
• Familiarity with various metal fabrication techniques (e.g., cutting, grinding, forming)
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles or continuous improvement methodologies

Job Titles That Should Apply

Welder, Fabricator, Welder Fabricator, Structural Welder, Pipe Welder, Certified Welder, MIG Welder, TIG Welder, Arc Welder, Production Welder, Industrial Welder, Metal Fabricator

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.