Manufacturing Production Lead: Lean Ops & Team Growth

the-pivot-group-careers; Rockford (MI); On-site; USD 56,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Rockford, MI is seeking a Production Lead to oversee daily production activities, drive efficiency, and uphold quality across operations. You will train, mentor, and supervise the production team, enforce safety and lean practices, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate with other departments to meet deadlines.

Candidates should have 5+ years in manufacturing with leadership, familiarity with MES and ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP/Oracle), and a track record of achieving

Qualifications

• 5+ years in manufacturing with a leadership or supervisory role.
• Proven ability to meet production targets in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to train, mentor, and motivate production teams.
• Proficiency with MES and production management software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production activities to ensure efficiency and quality.
• Train, mentor, and supervise production team members.
• Implement and enforce safety regulations and quality control standards.
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor production schedules and adjust resources to meet deadlines.
• Collaborate with other departments to optimize production processes.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations for team members.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Production Scheduling

Training & Mentoring

Quality Improvement

Tools

MES software

SAP

Oracle ERP

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Pivot Group Network in Rockford, MI is seeking a Production Lead to oversee daily production activities, drive efficiency, and uphold quality across operations. You will train, mentor, and supervise the production team, enforce safety and lean practices, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate with other departments to meet deadlines.

Candidates should have 5+ years in manufacturing with leadership, familiarity with MES and ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP/Oracle), and a track record of achieving