Lean Production Lead | Manufacturing Supervisor

the-pivot-group-careers; St. Johns (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is seeking a Production Lead in St. Johns, MI to oversee daily production activities, mentor a team, and optimize schedules to meet deadlines.

This role emphasizes safety, quality control, and cross-department collaboration for improved production flow. The position requires 5+ years in manufacturing with at least 2 years in a leadership role, strong lean manufacturing knowledge, and ERP/MES tool proficiency.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing production with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and motivate a team to achieve production targets and quality standards.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills, with focus on root cause analysis.
• Proficiency in using MES and ERP software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production activities to ensure efficiency and quality.
• Lead and mentor a team of production associates, fostering a positive work environment.
• Monitor production schedules and adjust staffing or processes to meet deadlines.
• Implement and enforce safety protocols and quality control standards.
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and resolve production issues promptly.
• Analyze production data to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions.
• Collaborate with other departments to optimize production flow and achieve company goals.

Skills

Leadership/mentoring

Problem solving

Lean manufacturing

Root cause analysis

MES/ERP proficiency

Tools

MES implementation

ERP software (SAP/Oracle/Plex)

Job description

The Pivot Group Network is seeking a Production Lead in St. Johns, MI to oversee daily production activities, mentor a team, and optimize schedules to meet deadlines.

This role emphasizes safety, quality control, and cross-department collaboration for improved production flow. The position requires 5+ years in manufacturing with at least 2 years in a leadership role, strong lean manufacturing knowledge, and ERP/MES tool proficiency.