Weld Technician - Montague Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Montague Township (MI); On-site; USD 49,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Montague, MI is seeking a Weld Technician with experience in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding. You will read blueprints, set up and maintain welding equipment and robotic welders, and inspect welds for quality and conformance to specifications.

You will collaborate with engineers and production teams to optimize welding processes, adhere to safety protocols, and keep a clean, organized workspace.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Welding Technology or related field.
• AWS CW certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• 3+ years of experience in MIG/TIG/STICK welding in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and welding symbols.
• Strong understanding of metallurgy, weld defects, and quality control procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG, TIG, and Stick welding on various materials.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and welding symbols.
• Set up, operate, and maintain welding equipment and robotic welders.
• Inspect welds for quality, defects, and adherence to specifications.
• Troubleshoot and repair welding equipment and fixtures.
• Collaborate with engineers and production to optimize welding processes.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and maintain a clean work environment.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Stick welding

Blueprint reading

Robotic welding

Safety compliance

Education

Associate's degree in Welding Technology or related field

Job description

Weld Technician | Montague, MI

Salary Range: $49,000 - $76,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for excelling in weld technician? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Montague seeking experienced Weld Technicians.

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 collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Montague region seeking Weld Technicians. 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

• Perform MIG, TIG, and Stick welding on various materials.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and welding symbols.
• Set up, operate, and maintain welding equipment and robotic welders.
• Inspect finished welds for quality, defects, and adherence to specifications.
• Troubleshoot and repair welding equipment and fixtures.
• Collaborate with engineers and production to optimize welding processes.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and maintain a clean work environment.

Recommended Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Welding Technology or a related field.
• AWS Certified Welder (CW) certification, or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• 3+ years of experience in various welding processes (MIG, TIG, STICK) within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and welding symbols.
• Strong understanding of metallurgy, weld defects, and quality control procedures.

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

Weld Technician,Welder,Fabricator,Welding Specialist,Welding Technician,Weld Inspector,Maintenance Welder,Structural Welder,Pipe Welder,Certified Welder,Robotic Welder,Precision Welder,Custom Welder,Industrial Welder

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.