Manufacturing Shift Supervisor — Lead & Optimize Production

the-pivot-group-careers; Rockford (MI); On-site; USD 53,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network works with Rockford-area manufacturers to connect skilled Working Supervisors with timely opportunities. This role leads daily production, mentors teams, enforces safety and quality, and drives continuous improvement to maximize uptime and efficiency.

Candidates should have 3-5 years in manufacturing with at least 1 year in a supervisory role, strong communication skills, and the ability to solve problems under pressure.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 1 year in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and motivate a team to achieve production targets.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality control, and safety procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production activities and ensure adherence to schedules.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate team members to foster skill development and performance.
• Implement and enforce safety protocols and quality control standards.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and coordinate maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Allocate tasks and manage workflow to optimize productivity and resource utilization.
• Monitor production metrics and prepare reports on performance and efficiency.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing processes.

Skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Production management

Safety procedures

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Power BI

Excel

Job description

The Pivot Group Network works with Rockford-area manufacturers to connect skilled Working Supervisors with timely opportunities. This role leads daily production, mentors teams, enforces safety and quality, and drives continuous improvement to maximize uptime and efficiency.

Candidates should have 3-5 years in manufacturing with at least 1 year in a supervisory role, strong communication skills, and the ability to solve problems under pressure.