Lead Production Supervisor: Boost Efficiency & Team Growth

the-pivot-group-careers; St. Johns (MI); On-site; USD 62,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in St. Johns, MI is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead daily production activities, manage a high-performance team, and ensure safety and quality standards are met.

This role partners with regional manufacturers to optimize production flow and continuous improvement initiatives. Qualified candidates typically have 5+ years in manufacturing with supervisory experience, strong Lean knowledge, and proficiency with ERP/MES and MS Office.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of manufacturing experience with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Proven ability to lead a production team to meet or exceed targets.
• Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and data-driven decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in using manufacturing software (ERP/MES) and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production activities to ensure efficiency and adherence to schedules.
• Supervise, train, and mentor production line personnel, fostering a high-performance team.
• Monitor product quality and implement corrective actions to meet company standards and specifications.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies to maintain a safe working environment.
• Analyze production data to identify areas for improvement and implement process enhancements.
• Manage inventory of raw materials and finished goods to optimize production flow.
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and coordinate maintenance activities to minimize downtime.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Data-driven decisions

Communication skills

ERP/MES proficiency

Microsoft Office

Tools

ERP (SAP/Oracle)

MES

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Pivot Group Network in St. Johns, MI is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead daily production activities, manage a high-performance team, and ensure safety and quality standards are met.

This role partners with regional manufacturers to optimize production flow and continuous improvement initiatives. Qualified candidates typically have 5+ years in manufacturing with supervisory experience, strong Lean knowledge, and proficiency with ERP/MES and MS Office.