Production Lead – Wyoming Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Wyoming (MI); On-site; USD 56,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Wyoming, MI is actively sourcing qualified Production Lead candidates for local manufacturers. This posting highlights opportunities to join teams that value quality and steady line leadership.

We connect professionals with roles across Michigan’s manufacturing regions and facilitate opportunities that align with your experience and goals. Availability may vary by partner company and location.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Two or more years of hands-on production or assembly experience.
• Experience directing small teams on a line or in a work cell.
• Ability to read work instructions and production schedules.
• Comfort with shift work and standing for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Monitor line output and pace against the daily schedule and report shortfalls.
• Ensure operators follow standard work instructions and safety rules.
• Troubleshoot equipment stops and raise unresolved issues.
• Track scrap, rework, and downtime on shift records.
• Train new operators and sign off on competency checks.
• Keep work areas clean and stage tools/materials for next run.
• Support shift start meetings and communicate changes.
• Assign daily tasks and adjust for absences or issues.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Manufacturing

Leadership

Project Management

Quality Control

Continuous Improvement

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Oracle

ERP

Job description

Job Description:

Production Lead | Wyoming, MI

Salary Range: $56,000 – $83,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional 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 in the manufacturing community. We collaborate with companies in the Wyoming area seeking experienced Production Leads.

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 Wyoming in Kent County, within about 30 minutes of the city.

The Opportunity

We work with companies in the Wyoming area that add Production Leads to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you’re looking for.

Usual Responsibilities

• 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 raise maintenance issues that cannot be resolved quickly.
• 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.

Recommended Qualifications

• Ability to read work instructions, production schedules, and basic quality documents.
• 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.

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

Operations Lead, Production Supervisor, Line Lead, Shift Lead, Team Leader, Manufacturing Team Lead, Assembly Lead, Production Coordinator, Cell Leader, Group 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. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

Required Skills:

Resume Data Offers Constructive Feedback Lean Six Sigma Supply Chain Support Organization Six Sigma Operations ERP Salary Hiring Partnerships Recruiting Spanish Compensation Supply Reviews Continuous Improvement SAP Quality Control Manufacturing Writing Oracle Pressure Preparation Maintenance Project Management Leadership Management

Salary Package:

$ 56,000.00 – 83,000.00 (US Dollar)