Finishing Supervisor – Caledonia Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Caledonia Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is seeking Finishing Supervisors in the Caledonia, MI area. This posting targets manufacturers in Kent County within about 30 minutes of Caledonia, offering roles that lead finishing operations and safety oversight.

Qualified candidates will have 3+ years in finishing or production, supervisory experience, and familiarity with coating or deburring processes. Training and advancement opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Three or more years in finishing or production operations.
• Prior supervisory or team lead experience in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of finishing processes such as coating, polishing, or deburring.
• Ability to read work orders and production specifications.
• Strong communication and problem solving skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Train new employees on finishing equipment and safety procedures.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and coordinate maintenance repairs.
• Track production metrics and report results to plant management.
• Enforce safety rules and maintain a clean work area.
• Resolve employee concerns and document performance issues.
• Supervise finishing line staff and assign daily work assignments.
• Monitor production schedules and adjust staffing to meet output targets.
• Inspect finished parts for quality and conformance to specifications.

Skills

Safety procedures

Production supervision

Quality control

Equipment maintenance

Read work orders

Staff leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description:

Finishing Supervisor | Caledonia, MI

Salary Range: $58,000 – $85,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for excelling as a finishing supervisor? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We collaborate with companies in the Caledonia area seeking experienced Finishing Supervisors.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan’s manufacturing regions. 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.

This posting covers Finishing Supervisor opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Caledonia in Kent County, within about 30 minutes of the city, including Ionia, Middleville, Hastings, and Lake Odessa.

The Opportunity

We partner with organizations in the Caledonia area that seek Finishing Supervisors. These companies are committed to building strong teams and look for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with The Pivot Group Network, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

Usual Responsibilities

• Train new employees on finishing equipment and safety procedures.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and coordinate maintenance repairs.
• Track production metrics and report results to plant management.
• Enforce safety rules and maintain a clean work area.
• Resolve employee concerns and document performance issues.
• Supervise finishing line staff and assign daily work assignments.
• Monitor production schedules and adjust staffing to meet output targets.
• Inspect finished parts for quality and conformance to specifications.

Recommended Qualifications

• Three or more years of experience in finishing or production operations.
• Prior supervisory or team lead experience in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of finishing processes such as coating, polishing, or deburring.
• Ability to read work orders and production specifications.
• Strong communication and problem solving skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Bonus Qualifications

• Forklift certification.
• Associate degree in manufacturing or a related field.
• Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methods.
• Familiarity with quality systems such as ISO 9001.
• Bilingual English and Spanish.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Finishing Manager, Manufacturing Supervisor, Paint Line Supervisor, Coating Supervisor, Assembly Supervisor, Operations Supervisor, Shift Supervisor, Team Lead Finishing, Production Supervisor

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

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.

Required Skills:

Resume Safety Regulations Offers Inventory Support Product Quality Painting Salary Hiring Partnerships Recruiting Compensation Quality Control Manufacturing Specifications Regulations Materials Preparation Training

Salary Package:

$ 58,000.00 – 85,000.00 (US Dollar)