Fabrication Lead | Ludington, MI

Salary Range: $56,000 - $83,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for excelling in fabrication lead? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Ludington seeking Fabrication Leads to lead and enhance their operations.

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 are collaborating with multiple companies in Ludington seeking experienced Fabrication Leads. These organizations value long-term fit and are looking for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee 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 welding, cutting, and assembly tasks, demonstrating proficiency with various fabrication tools and machinery.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications to guide fabrication processes and ensure product accuracy.
• Conduct quality control inspections on fabricated components and assemblies, identifying and resolving non-conformances.
• Manage material inventory for fabrication, coordinating with procurement to ensure timely availability of raw materials.
• Implement and enforce safety protocols and procedures within the fabrication area, maintaining a safe working environment.

Recommended Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in metal fabrication, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and engineering drawings.
• Strong knowledge of various fabrication techniques, including welding (MIG, TIG, STICK), cutting, forming, and machining.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and train a team of skilled fabricators.
• Experience with quality control processes and ensuring adherence to industry standards.
• Solid understanding of safety protocols and best practices in a manufacturing environment.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with CAD software for design review and fabrication planning.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Certification in welding (e.g., AWS Certified Welding Supervisor) or other relevant fabrication processes.
• Ability to train and mentor junior fabricators.
• Bilingual proficiency (e.g., Spanish) to communicate with a diverse workforce.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Fabrication Supervisor, Fabrication Foreman, Lead Fabricator, Fabrication Team Lead, Welding Lead, Metal Fabrication Lead, Sheet Metal Lead, Fabrication Coordinator, Production Lead - Fabrication, Shop Lead - Fabrication

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.