Fabrication Lead - Walker Area

Fabrication Lead - Walker AreaFabrication Lead | Walker, MISalary Range: $53,000 - $80,000 depending on experienceAre you a detail-oriented 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 advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Walker 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 collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Walker region seeking Fabrication Leads. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidatesnot just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.Key ResponsibilitiesOversee daily fabrication operations, ensuring adherence to production schedules and quality standards.Train, mentor, and supervise a team of fabricators, fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement.Perform complex fabrication tasks, including welding, cutting, and shaping, utilizing various tools and machinery.Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications to guide fabrication processes and ensure accuracy.Conduct quality inspections of fabricated components and assemblies, identifying and resolving non-conformities.Manage material inventory for fabrication, ensuring availability and optimizing usage to minimize waste.Implement and enforce safety protocols and procedures within the fabrication area.Recommended Qualifications5+ years of experience in metal fabrication, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.Strong knowledge of various welding techniques (MIG, TIG, STICK) and metal forming processes.Demonstrated ability to lead, train, and mentor a team of skilled fabricators.Experience with quality control processes and ensuring compliance with industry standards.Excellent problem-solving skills and a strong commitment to safety protocols.Bonus QualificationsExperience with robotic welding or automation in fabrication.CAD/CAM proficiency (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Mastercam).Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher certification.Demonstrated ability to mentor junior fabricators or apprentices.Experience with ERP/MRP systems for production planning and inventory management.Job Titles That Should ApplyFabrication Supervisor, Welding Lead, Metal Fabrication Foreman, Fabrication Shop Supervisor, Structural Steel Lead, Sheet Metal Fabrication Lead, Fabrication Team Leader, Manufacturing Fabrication Lead, Welder Supervisor, Metal Fabricator 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 strategicthey 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 searchmarket 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.