Plant Engineering Manager – Lead Capital Projects & CI

The Pivot Group Careers; Kentwood (MI); On-site; USD 116,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Kentwood, Michigan, is actively building a network of Manufacturing Engineering Managers. We connect manufacturers with experienced leaders who can oversee capital projects, drive root-cause analysis, and mentor a team of engineers and technicians.

These roles emphasize safety, quality, and continuous improvement in a manufacturing setting. Positions are concentrated around Kentwood and nearby regions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• Experience leading capital projects and managing budgets.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Experience supervising engineering teams in manufacturing.
• Familiarity with safety, quality, and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee capital projects from scope through startup.
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for production issues.
• Manage budgets, schedules, and resource allocation.
• Ensure safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Coordinate with production, maintenance, and quality leaders.
• Report project status and metrics to leadership.
• Lead daily engineering activities and develop teams.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Manufacturing knowledge

Lean Six Sigma

Cross-functional

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Maintenance software

Automation/controls

Job description

The Pivot Group Network in Kentwood, Michigan, is actively building a network of Manufacturing Engineering Managers. We connect manufacturers with experienced leaders who can oversee capital projects, drive root-cause analysis, and mentor a team of engineers and technicians.

These roles emphasize safety, quality, and continuous improvement in a manufacturing setting. Positions are concentrated around Kentwood and nearby regions.