Welder - Rockford Area

Welder | Rockford, MI

Salary Range: $48,000 - $79,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for precision welding and fabricating quality components? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Rockford seeking experienced Welders.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with manufacturing firms in Rockford that are seeking skilled Welders. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and are looking for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and welding symbols to determine appropriate welding techniques.
• Perform various welding processes (e.g., MIG, TIG, Stick) on different materials according to job specifications.
• Inspect completed welds for quality, strength, and conformity to engineering standards and specifications.
• Prepare materials for welding, including cutting, grinding, and cleaning surfaces.
• Operate and maintain welding equipment, tools, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve minor welding equipment issues or adjust parameters as needed.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proficiency in multiple welding processes (e.g., MIG, TIG, Stick) relevant to manufacturing materials.
• Ability to read and accurately interpret blueprints, schematics, and welding symbols.
• Demonstrated understanding and adherence to safety protocols and quality standards in a manufacturing setting.
• Relevant welding certification (e.g., AWS D1.1) or equivalent demonstrable skill.
• Experience with fabrication, fitting, and grinding of metal components.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to perform visual inspections of welds for quality and defects.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with robotic or automated welding systems.
• Additional AWS or ASME certifications (e.g., specific materials like aluminum/stainless steel).
• Proficiency in interpreting complex blueprints, schematics, and weld specifications.
• Ability to perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting on welding equipment.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Welder, Fabricator, Metal Fabricator, Welder-Fitter, Pipe Welder, Structural Welder, TIG Welder, MIG Welder, Certified Welder, Welding Technician, Boilermaker, Ironworker

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.