Fabrication Lead | Battle Creek, MI

Salary Range: $57,000 - $84,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in {{role_field}}? The Pivot Group is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in Battle Creek seeking Fabrication Leads.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Battle Creek 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

• Lead and supervise a team of fabricators, assigning tasks and managing performance.
• Oversee all fabrication processes, ensuring efficient workflow and timely completion of projects.
• Ensure strict adherence to quality standards, engineering specifications, and blueprint requirements.
• Optimize production schedules and resource allocation to meet manufacturing targets.
• Maintain and troubleshoot fabrication equipment, ensuring proper functionality and minimal downtime.
• Implement and enforce all safety protocols and procedures within the fabrication area.
• Provide technical guidance and problem-solving expertise to the fabrication team.
• Conduct training and development for new and existing team members on fabrication techniques and equipment.

Recommended Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in metal fabrication, including welding (MIG, TIG, Stick), cutting, and forming.
• Proven ability to lead, train, and mentor a team of fabricators.
• Expertise in reading and interpreting complex engineering blueprints, schematics, and CAD drawings.
• Strong understanding of quality control standards and safety protocols in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with precision measurement tools and shop mathematics.
• Experience with fabrication equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.

Bonus Qualifications

• Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD)
• Experience implementing Lean manufacturing principles (e.g., 5S, Kaizen)
• Advanced welding certifications (e.g., AWS D1.1, ASME Section IX)
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems for production tracking and scheduling

Job Titles That Should Apply

Fabrication Supervisor, Welding Lead, Shop Foreman, Metal Fabrication Lead, Production Lead, Manufacturing Lead, Lead Fabricator

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.