Fabrication Lead: Elevate a Precision Metal Shop

The Pivot Group Careers; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 59,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Careers in Battle Creek, MI is seeking Fabrication Leads to join its manufacturing-focused network. Roles span local opportunities with partner companies in and around Battle Creek, emphasizing long-term fit, safety, and quality while aligning with individual career goals.

We connect skilled professionals with manufacturers in Calhoun County and nearby regions, offering access to roles that match capabilities and location preferences, with a focus on consistent growth and solid

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Several years of hands-on fabrication or metalworking experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and shop drawings.
• Experience operating press brakes, shears, saws, or similar equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to check parts against tolerances.
• Prior experience leading or directing a small team.

Responsibilities

• Track material usage and report shortages or quality concerns to the supervisor.
• Enforce safety rules and keep the work area clean and organized.
• Assign daily work to fabrication team members and monitor progress against the schedule.
• Set up and operate fabrication equipment such as press brakes, shears, saws, and punches.
• Read blueprints, drawings, and work orders to confirm dimensions and tolerances.
• Inspect finished parts and assemblies to verify they meet specifications.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process problems and escape issues that need maintenance.
• Train new operators on safe machine operation and shop procedures.

Skills

Blueprint reading and interpretation

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Quality inspection

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Press brakes

Shears

Saws

Punches

Job description

The Pivot Group Careers in Battle Creek, MI is seeking Fabrication Leads to join its manufacturing-focused network. Roles span local opportunities with partner companies in and around Battle Creek, emphasizing long-term fit, safety, and quality while aligning with individual career goals.

We connect skilled professionals with manufacturers in Calhoun County and nearby regions, offering access to roles that match capabilities and location preferences, with a focus on consistent growth and solid