Fabrication Lead | St. Johns, MI

Salary Range: $53,000 - $80,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for excelling in fabrication lead? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in St. Johns seeking experienced Fabrication Leads.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the St. Johns region seeking Fabrication Leads. 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

• Oversee daily fabrication operations, ensuring production schedules are met.
• Ensure all fabricated products adhere to quality standards and specifications.
• Lead, train, and mentor a team of fabrication technicians.
• Implement and enforce safety protocols and best practices in the fabrication area.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to fabrication processes and equipment.
• Manage material inventory and optimize resource allocation for fabrication projects.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.

Recommended Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on fabrication experience in a manufacturing setting, including expertise in welding, cutting, and forming.
• Proven leadership or supervisory experience managing a team of fabricators, including scheduling and task delegation.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering blueprints, schematics, and technical specifications.
• Strong knowledge of various metals, their properties, and best practices for fabrication processes.
• Demonstrated commitment to maintaining high safety standards and quality control protocols in a fabrication environment.
• Ability to troubleshoot fabrication challenges and implement effective solutions to optimize production efficiency.

Bonus Qualifications

• Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD).
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Advanced welding certifications (e.g., CWI, specific AWS certifications).
• Hands-on experience with CNC fabrication equipment operation or programming.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Fabrication Supervisor, Manufacturing Lead, Production Lead, Shop Lead, Metal Fabrication Lead, Weld Lead, Fabrication Foreman, Fabrication Team Leader

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.