Fremont Area Production Manager - Lean Operations

the-pivot-group-careers; Fremont Township (MI); On-site; USD 86,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Fremont, Michigan is partnering with local manufacturers to identify a Production Manager who can lead daily operations, drive schedules, and mentor a production team.

Ideal candidates bring a bachelor's degree and 5+ years in manufacturing with leadership experience; familiarity with lean/Six Sigma and cost control is valued. Salary ranges from $86,000 to $126,000, commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 5+ years in manufacturing with 2+ years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of improving efficiency, reducing costs, and maintaining quality.
• Strong understanding of lean/six sigma or CI methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production operations to ensure efficiency and quality.
• Develop and implement production schedules to meet delivery targets.
• Manage and mentor production staff, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Monitor production costs and implement strategies for cost reduction.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
• Optimize production processes for continuous improvement and waste reduction.

Skills

Leadership experience

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Quality management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite)

Job description

The Pivot Group Network in Fremont, Michigan is partnering with local manufacturers to identify a Production Manager who can lead daily operations, drive schedules, and mentor a production team.

Ideal candidates bring a bachelor's degree and 5+ years in manufacturing with leadership experience; familiarity with lean/Six Sigma and cost control is valued. Salary ranges from $86,000 to $126,000, commensurate with experience.