Weld Technician | Cadillac, MI

Salary Range: $47,000 - $72,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for excelling in weld technician? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in Cadillac, seeking experienced Weld Technicians to strengthen their teams.

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 Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Cadillac region seeking Weld Technicians. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform welding, fabrication, and repair on manufacturing equipment.
• Interpret blueprints, schematics, and welding symbols to determine appropriate welding processes.
• Operate and maintain various welding equipment, including MIG, TIG, and Stick welders.
• Conduct quality checks on welded components to ensure compliance with specifications and safety standards.
• Troubleshoot and repair welding equipment and related machinery.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures in a manufacturing environment.
• Collaborate with engineers and production teams to optimize welding processes and designs.

Recommended Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required; Associate's degree in Welding Technology or related field preferred.
• AWS Certified Welder (CW) certification required, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in manufacturing welding, specifically with MIG, TIG, and Stick processes.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and welding symbols.
• Strong understanding of metallurgy, welding procedures, and quality control principles.

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

Welder,Welding Technician,Fabricator Welder,Maintenance Welder,Structural Welder,Pipe Welder,Robotic Welder,Welding Specialist,Welding Fabricator,Welding Inspector,CWI,Certified Welder,Flux-Core Welder,MIG Welder,TIG Welder,Stick Welder,Arc Welder,Field Welder,Shop Welder,Metal Fabricator

Why The Pivot Group Network

The 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.