Hart Area Operations Manager — Lean & Production Leader

The Pivot Group Careers; Hart (MI); On-site; USD 105,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Michigan partners with Hart-area manufacturers to identify and connect qualified Operations Manager candidates for current and upcoming openings. Roles may cover surrounding communities within about 45 minutes of Hart.

The focus is on leading operations, driving lean initiatives, ensuring safety, and managing costs while coordinating with production, quality, and supply chain teams.

Qualifications

• Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement knowledge.
• Strong production planning and inventory control skills.
• Experience with safety programs and regulatory compliance.
• Proven track record meeting output and cost targets.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or related field.
• 5+ years in manufacturing operations with supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate maintenance to reduce unplanned equipment failures.
• Control operating costs within the budget.
• Work with quality and supply chain teams to resolve production issues.
• Drive continuous improvement projects on the plant floor.
• Oversee daily production schedules and adjust plans when lines fall behind.
• Manage plant staff, including hiring, training, and performance reviews.
• Track output, scrap, and downtime metrics and report to leadership.
• Enforce safety rules and lead incident investigations.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Production planning

Safety compliance

Supervisory experience

Cost targets

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business

Tools

ERP or MES

Six Sigma Green/Black Belt

ISO 9001 knowledge

Job description

The Pivot Group Network in Michigan partners with Hart-area manufacturers to identify and connect qualified Operations Manager candidates for current and upcoming openings. Roles may cover surrounding communities within about 45 minutes of Hart.

The focus is on leading operations, driving lean initiatives, ensuring safety, and managing costs while coordinating with production, quality, and supply chain teams.