Manufacturing Operations Leader | Drive Efficiency & Growth

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Montague Township (MI)

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USD 101,000 - 148,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Montague, MI is actively building a network for Operations Managers in the West Michigan manufacturing sector. This role focuses on leading daily production, refining policies, and driving continuous improvement within partner facilities.

Ideal candidates bring a strong background in lean/Six Sigma and a track record of improving efficiency, quality, and cost control while mentoring teams and coordinating with supply chains and engineering groups.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in operations management within a manufacturing environment.
  • Proven track record of improving production efficiency, reducing costs, and enhancing product quality.
  • Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and continuous improvement processes.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily production activities to ensure efficiency and adherence to schedules.
  • Develop and implement operational policies and procedures to optimize productivity and quality.
  • Manage and mentor production staff, including hiring, training, and performance evaluations.
  • Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with supply chain to ensure timely material availability.
  • Analyze production data to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
  • Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and quality standards across manufacturing operations.
  • Collaborate with engineering and R&D teams to introduce new products and process improvements.

Skills

Leadership
Communication
Interpersonal skills
Problem-solving

Education

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

Tools

ERP systems
SQL
Power BI
Tableau

Job description

The Pivot Group Network in Montague, MI is actively building a network for Operations Managers in the West Michigan manufacturing sector. This role focuses on leading daily production, refining policies, and driving continuous improvement within partner facilities.

Ideal candidates bring a strong background in lean/Six Sigma and a track record of improving efficiency, quality, and cost control while mentoring teams and coordinating with supply chains and engineering groups.

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