Welder Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Michigan
Michigan's manufacturing base makes it one of the stronger states for welder visa sponsorship, with demand concentrated in automotive suppliers, heavy equipment producers, and shipbuilding along the Great Lakes. Companies in Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Saginaw regularly hire skilled welders. Roles typically require MIG, TIG, or stick welding certification and experience with structural or precision fabrication.
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Get Access To All JobsWelder | The Shyft Group, Inc. | Charlotte, MI (SV)
Regular Employee | Hourly Non-Exempt | $21.45 - 25.75
What you’ll do:
SCOPE OF THE POSITION:
The Welder is responsible for assembly securing and welding metal parts, as well as reading and interpreting blueprints of a complex nature, fabricating and welding metal components according to specifications with little supervision.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Reads and comprehends blueprints.
- Selects equipment and plans layout, assembly, and welding from blueprints.
- Lays out, positions, aligns, and fits components together.
- Bolts, clamps, and tack-welds part to secure in position for welding.
- Sets up equipment and welds parts, GMAW MIG.
What you need to be successful:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- One year certificate from college or technical school in welding/fabrication or relevant experience.
- Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. without assistance.
- Ability to work from various squatting, kneeling, or bending positions.
- Ability to work arms above head and ability to work from crawling or lying positions.
- Ability to read, understand and carry out instructions as detailed in blueprints.
- Ability to understand and operate all safety equipment in the area.
- Proficient in adding, subtracting, multiplication, and division in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
- The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
- Proficient in computation of rate, ratio, and percent and its application in practical situations.
POSITION CHARACTERISTICS:
Education:
GED/High School Diploma or Experience, Technical degree/certificate (preferred)
Experience:
- Prior fabrication experience (Preferred).
- ERP (Preferred), 1 year or more of MIG welding experience.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
- Ability to read, write, comprehend, and verbally communicate simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos in English.
- Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and layout and other written or verbal instructions presented in English.
- Working with sharp materials.
- Heavy workloads with high noise levels (Up to and over 85 decibels).
- Fumes and exposure to chemicals.
Why The Shyft Group?
Our people are our greatest asset, and your success is our success! That’s why we provide comprehensive benefits that support your health, financial security, and work-life balance—so you can thrive both personally and professionally.
Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA, Wellness Plan
Financial Security: 401(k) with match, Disability, Life Insurance
Work/Life & Growth: Educational Reimbursement, EAP, Dependent Care.
At The Shyft Group, we don’t just offer benefits—we invest in your well-being. Join us and experience the difference!
Who we are:
The Shyft Group is the North American leader in specialty vehicles, including last-mile delivery vans, work trucks, and motorhome chassis. Our 10 brands— Utilimaster®, Blue Arc™, Royal® Truck Body, DuraMag®, Magnum®, Strobes-R-Us®, Spartan® RV Chassis, Red Diamond™, Builtmore™ and Independent Truck Upfitters™—are powered by 3,000+ team members across the U.S. and Canada.
Backed by 50 years of innovation and a supportive, entrepreneurial culture, we’re leading the way in electrification and proudly ranked among Fortune’s 100 Fastest Growing Companies.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
The Shyft Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified Individual with a Disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply, please email us at careers@theshyftgroup.com.
The Shyft Group is an E-Verify Employer
Shyft uses E-Verify, which is an online system operated by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility and validate social security numbers. Through participation in the E-Verify program, information entered on Form I-9 will be provided and compared to information available at both of these agencies. See posters for more details. E-Verify Notice U.S. Right to Work Notice.
Welder | The Shyft Group, Inc. | Charlotte, MI (SV)
Regular Employee | Hourly Non-Exempt | $21.45 - 25.75
What you’ll do:
SCOPE OF THE POSITION:
The Welder is responsible for assembly securing and welding metal parts, as well as reading and interpreting blueprints of a complex nature, fabricating and welding metal components according to specifications with little supervision.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Reads and comprehends blueprints.
- Selects equipment and plans layout, assembly, and welding from blueprints.
- Lays out, positions, aligns, and fits components together.
- Bolts, clamps, and tack-welds part to secure in position for welding.
- Sets up equipment and welds parts, GMAW MIG.
What you need to be successful:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- One year certificate from college or technical school in welding/fabrication or relevant experience.
- Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. without assistance.
- Ability to work from various squatting, kneeling, or bending positions.
- Ability to work arms above head and ability to work from crawling or lying positions.
- Ability to read, understand and carry out instructions as detailed in blueprints.
- Ability to understand and operate all safety equipment in the area.
- Proficient in adding, subtracting, multiplication, and division in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
- The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
- Proficient in computation of rate, ratio, and percent and its application in practical situations.
POSITION CHARACTERISTICS:
Education:
GED/High School Diploma or Experience, Technical degree/certificate (preferred)
Experience:
- Prior fabrication experience (Preferred).
- ERP (Preferred), 1 year or more of MIG welding experience.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
- Ability to read, write, comprehend, and verbally communicate simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos in English.
- Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and layout and other written or verbal instructions presented in English.
- Working with sharp materials.
- Heavy workloads with high noise levels (Up to and over 85 decibels).
- Fumes and exposure to chemicals.
Why The Shyft Group?
Our people are our greatest asset, and your success is our success! That’s why we provide comprehensive benefits that support your health, financial security, and work-life balance—so you can thrive both personally and professionally.
Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA, Wellness Plan
Financial Security: 401(k) with match, Disability, Life Insurance
Work/Life & Growth: Educational Reimbursement, EAP, Dependent Care.
At The Shyft Group, we don’t just offer benefits—we invest in your well-being. Join us and experience the difference!
Who we are:
The Shyft Group is the North American leader in specialty vehicles, including last-mile delivery vans, work trucks, and motorhome chassis. Our 10 brands— Utilimaster®, Blue Arc™, Royal® Truck Body, DuraMag®, Magnum®, Strobes-R-Us®, Spartan® RV Chassis, Red Diamond™, Builtmore™ and Independent Truck Upfitters™—are powered by 3,000+ team members across the U.S. and Canada.
Backed by 50 years of innovation and a supportive, entrepreneurial culture, we’re leading the way in electrification and proudly ranked among Fortune’s 100 Fastest Growing Companies.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
The Shyft Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified Individual with a Disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply, please email us at careers@theshyftgroup.com.
The Shyft Group is an E-Verify Employer
Shyft uses E-Verify, which is an online system operated by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility and validate social security numbers. Through participation in the E-Verify program, information entered on Form I-9 will be provided and compared to information available at both of these agencies. See posters for more details. E-Verify Notice U.S. Right to Work Notice.
Welder Job Roles in Michigan
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Search Welder Jobs in MichiganWelder Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies sponsor visas for welders in Michigan?
Michigan's automotive and heavy manufacturing sector drives most welder sponsorship activity. Companies like General Dynamics, Magna International, and various Tier 1 automotive suppliers operating in the Detroit metro area have sponsored skilled trade workers including welders. Shipbuilding firms along the Great Lakes and industrial fabrication shops in Grand Rapids and Flint also represent sponsorship opportunities, though availability varies by employer and specific role.
Which visa types are most common for welder roles in Michigan?
The H-2B visa is the most common path for welder sponsorship in Michigan, covering temporary nonagricultural workers in skilled trades. The H-1B visa is less applicable because welding roles often don't meet the specialty occupation degree requirement. Welders with extraordinary recognition in their trade may qualify for the O-1B, though this is uncommon. Permanent sponsorship through the EB-3 category is another route some Michigan manufacturers pursue for long-term hires.
Which cities in Michigan have the most welder sponsorship jobs?
Detroit and the surrounding metro area, including Sterling Heights, Warren, and Auburn Hills, concentrate the highest number of welder sponsorship opportunities due to the dense presence of automotive manufacturers and suppliers. Grand Rapids hosts significant metal fabrication and furniture manufacturing activity. Saginaw and Bay City have industrial employers tied to heavy equipment and energy sector work, and Traverse City sees demand from marine and specialty fabrication shops.
How to find welder visa sponsorship jobs in Michigan?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international job seekers looking for visa sponsorship roles, including welder positions in Michigan. You can filter by state and job category to see employers actively open to sponsorship. Because Michigan's welding demand is concentrated in automotive and heavy manufacturing, focusing your search on those subsectors within Migrate Mate gives you the most relevant results for your background and certification type.
Are there any Michigan-specific considerations for welders seeking visa sponsorship?
Michigan follows federal prevailing wage requirements for sponsored positions, so employers must pay the Department of Labor's determined wage for the specific welder classification and region. AWS (American Welding Society) certifications are widely recognized by Michigan employers and can strengthen your application. Michigan's union presence, particularly in the Detroit area, means some welding roles are covered by collective bargaining agreements, which can affect both hiring timelines and the sponsorship process.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored welder jobs in Michigan?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.