Lead Production Supervisor - Lean Manufacturing Leader

the-pivot-group-careers; Wayland Township (MI); On-site; USD 66,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is seeking a Production Supervisor in Wayland, MI to lead daily manufacturing operations and ensure production targets are met. You will supervise and train line personnel, monitor quality, enforce safety, and coordinate maintenance as needed.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Manufacturing, Engineering, or a related field, with 5+ years in manufacturing and at least 2 years in supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop a team of production employees.
• Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles, continuous improvement methodologies, and safety regulations.
• Proficiency in production planning, scheduling, and inventory management systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production activities to ensure efficiency and adherence to schedules.
• Supervise and train production line personnel, fostering a high-performance team.
• Monitor product quality and implement corrective actions to meet established standards.
• Enforce safety regulations and promote a safe working environment.
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and coordinate maintenance as needed.
• Optimize resource allocation, including labor, materials, and equipment.
• Maintain accurate production records and generate reports for management.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Lean manufacturing

Continuous improvement

Safety regulations

Production planning

Education

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

Tools

ERP systems (SAP/Oracle)

Excel

Minitab

Job description

The Pivot Group Network is seeking a Production Supervisor in Wayland, MI to lead daily manufacturing operations and ensure production targets are met. You will supervise and train line personnel, monitor quality, enforce safety, and coordinate maintenance as needed.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Manufacturing, Engineering, or a related field, with 5+ years in manufacturing and at least 2 years in supervision.