Plant Manager: Lead Lean Manufacturing & Growth

the-pivot-group-careers; Montague Township (MI); On-site; USD 138,000 - 189,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Montague, Michigan is partnering with local manufacturers to place a Plant Manager who can lead production, quality, maintenance, and safety initiatives. The successful candidate will drive lean improvements, manage budgets, mentor teams, and collaborate with sales, engineering, and supply chain to meet targets.

Compensation reflects experience, with a salary range of $138,000–$189,000.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of leadership in manufacturing operations.
• Proven ability to improve productivity, quality, and safety metrics.
• Strong lean and continuous improvement implementation.
• Budget control and financial performance management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily plant operations including production, quality, maintenance, and safety.
• Develop strategies to optimize efficiency and reduce costs.
• Manage and mentor diverse team; foster continuous improvement.
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance.
• Manage budgets and profitability; coordinate with sales/engineering.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet targets.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Lean manufacturing

Budget management

Communication

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ERP software

Six Sigma

Job description

The Pivot Group Network in Montague, Michigan is partnering with local manufacturers to place a Plant Manager who can lead production, quality, maintenance, and safety initiatives. The successful candidate will drive lean improvements, manage budgets, mentor teams, and collaborate with sales, engineering, and supply chain to meet targets.

Compensation reflects experience, with a salary range of $138,000–$189,000.