Fabrication Lead - Mason Area
Job Description:Fabrication Lead | Mason, MISalary Range: $54,000 - $81,000 depending on experienceAre you a meticulous professional with a passion for excelling in fabrication lead? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Mason seeking experienced Fabrication Leads.We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.The OpportunityWe are collaborating with manufacturing firms in Mason that are seeking skilled Fabrication Leads. 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 ResponsibilitiesSupervise and mentor fabrication team members, fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement.Plan, schedule, and assign daily fabrication tasks to meet production targets and deadlines.Oversee the setup, operation, and maintenance of fabrication equipment, including welders, saws, and presses.Ensure all fabricated components meet quality standards and specifications through in-process inspections.Collaborate with engineering and production teams to optimize fabrication processes and resolve technical issues.Manage inventory of raw materials and consumables, placing orders as needed to prevent shortages.Implement and enforce safety protocols and best practices within the fabrication area.Recommended Qualifications5+ years of experience in metal fabrication, including welding, cutting, forming, and assembly.Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, engineering drawings, and technical specifications.Demonstrated leadership experience, including supervising and mentoring a team of fabricators.Strong knowledge of various welding processes (e.g., MIG, TIG, Stick) and associated safety protocols.Experience with various fabrication equipment, such as press brakes, shears, saws, and grinders.Ability to inspect finished products for quality assurance and adherence to specifications.Bonus QualificationsExperience with SolidWorks or similar CAD software.Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification.Bilingual in English and Spanish.AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification.Job Titles That Should ApplyFabrication Supervisor, Welding Lead, Metal Fabrication Lead, Fabrication Foreman, Structural Steel Lead, Sheet Metal Lead, Fabricator Lead, Production Lead - Fabrication, Shop Lead - Fabrication, Fabrication Team LeadWhy The Pivot Group NetworkThe Pivot Group Network 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. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.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 at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network 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.Required Skills:• Resume • Offers • Steel • Inventory • Lean Six Sigma • Support • Welding • Six Sigma • Raw Materials • Assurance • Salary • Hiring • Partnerships • SolidWorks • Recruiting • Spanish • Compensation • Mentoring • Components • Continuous Improvement • AWS • Manufacturing • Quality Assurance • Specifications • Materials • Preparation • Software • Maintenance • Engineering • English • Leadership Salary Package: $ 54,000.00 - 81,000.00 (US Dollar)