Production Lead – Muskegon Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 51,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is seeking a Production Lead for the Muskegon, MI area. The role focuses on leading production shifts, monitoring output, and ensuring safety and quality during runs.

Salary ranges from $51,000 to $78,000 depending on experience. This opportunity is within Michigan’s manufacturing sectors, with emphasis on proactive leadership and team development. VISA sponsorship is not offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two or more years of hands-on production or assembly experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Prior experience directing or coaching small teams on a line or in a work cell.
• Ability to read work instructions, production schedules, and basic quality documents.

Responsibilities

• Track scrap, rework, and downtime on shift records and hand off notes to the next lead.
• Train new operators on station tasks and sign off on basic competency checks.
• Keep work areas clean and confirm tools and materials are staged for the next run.
• Support shift start meetings and communicate quality alerts or schedule changes to the team.
• Assign daily work tasks to production line staff and adjust assignments when absences or line issues occur.
• Monitor line output and pace against the daily schedule and report shortfalls to the supervisor.
• Check that operators follow standard work instructions and safety rules during the shift.
• Help troubleshoot equipment stops and elevate maintenance issues that cannot be resolved quickly.

Skills

Minitab

Lean Six Sigma

Data Analysis

ERP

SAP

Quality Control

Excel

Oracle

Safety Regulations

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or technical certificate in manufacturing

Job description

Job Description:

Production Lead | Muskegon, MI

Salary Range: $51,000 – $78,000 depending on experience

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for excelling as a production lead? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We collaborate with leading companies in the Muskegon area seeking experienced Production Leads to drive results.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan’s manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

This posting covers Production Lead opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Muskegon in Muskegon County, within about 30 minutes of the city, including Muskegon Heights and North Muskegon.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across the Muskegon area seeking Production Leads who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Usual Responsibilities

• Track scrap, rework, and downtime on shift records and hand off notes to the next lead.
• Train new operators on station tasks and sign off on basic competency checks.
• Keep work areas clean and confirm tools and materials are staged for the next run.
• Support shift start meetings and communicate quality alerts or schedule changes to the team.
• Assign daily work tasks to production line staff and adjust assignments when absences or line issues occur.
• Monitor line output and pace against the daily schedule and report shortfalls to the supervisor.
• Check that operators follow standard work instructions and safety rules during the shift.
• Help troubleshoot equipment stops and elevate maintenance issues that cannot be resolved quickly.

Recommended Qualifications

• Comfort with shift work and standing for extended periods.
• Basic math and recordkeeping skills for output and scrap tracking.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two or more years of hands-on production or assembly experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Prior experience directing or coaching small teams on a line or in a work cell.
• Ability to read work instructions, production schedules, and basic quality documents.

Bonus Qualifications

• Familiarity with production tracking software or ERP shop floor modules.
• Formal lean or continuous improvement training such as kaizen or 5S.
• Forklift or powered industrial truck certification.
• Experience with quality systems or ISO audit participation.
• Associate degree or technical certificate in a manufacturing field.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Manufacturing Team Lead, Assembly Lead, Production Coordinator, Cell Leader, Group Leader, Operations Lead, Production Supervisor, Line Lead, Shift Lead, Team Leader

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who’ve been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic – they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search – market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we’ll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.

Required Skills:

Minitab Resume Safety Regulations Data Offers Lean Six Sigma Access Support Organization Six Sigma Analysis ERP Salary Hiring Partnerships Recruiting Spanish Compensation Metrics SAP Quality Control Manufacturing Interpersonal Skills Excel Regulations Oracle Preparation Data Analysis Software Leadership Communication

Salary Package:

$ 51,000.00 – 78,000.00 (US Dollar)