Welder - East Lansing Area

Welder | East Lansing, MI

Salary Range: $40,000 - $70,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for precision welding and fabricating quality components? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in East Lansing seeking skilled Welders.

We are partnering with organizations in East Lansing that are seeking Welders. These companies are committed to building strong teams and are looking for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with Pivot Group, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and welding symbols.
• Perform various welding processes (e.g., MIG, TIG, Stick) on different materials.
• Operate and maintain welding equipment, tools, and machinery safely and efficiently.
• Inspect finished welds for quality, accuracy, and adherence to specifications.
• Fabricate and assemble metal components according to design specifications.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Clean and prepare surfaces for welding.

• Proficiency in common welding processes (e.g., MIG, TIG, Stick, Flux‑core)
• Ability to read and accurately interpret blueprints, schematics, and welding symbols
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing or production welding environment
• AWS (American Welding Society) certification or equivalent
• Demonstrated understanding and adherence to safety protocols and quality standards

• Experience with robotic or automated welding systems.
• AWS D1.1, D1.2, or D1.6 certification.
• Proficiency in interpreting complex engineering blueprints and weld symbols.
• Experience with lean manufacturing principles or continuous improvement initiatives.

Welder, Welding Fabricator, Metal Fabricator, Pipe Welder, Structural Welder, Certified Welder, Welding Technician, Welding Fitter, TIG Welder, MIG Welder

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.