Production Leader: Lean Ops & KPIs (East Lansing)

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East Lansing (MI)

On-site

USD 86,000 - 126,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is actively building a network of production leadership talent in East Lansing, MI, with client companies seeking skilled Production Managers. This role emphasizes driving daily operations, safety, quality, and continuous improvement, while coordinating with engineering and supply chain teams to resolve issues and optimize processes.

Salary ranges from $86,000 to $126,000 depending on experience, with opportunities to leverage lean principles and ERP systems to optimize

Qualifications

Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Experience leading production teams and achieving output targets.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily production operations to meet output targets and quality standards.
Develop and implement production schedules to optimize resource utilization and on-time delivery.
Manage and mentor production staff, fostering a culture of safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
Monitor KPIs and implement corrective actions to improve productivity and reduce waste.
Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, quality standards, and company policies.
Collaborate with engineering and supply chain teams to resolve production issues and optimize processes.
Manage departmental budget, controlling costs and identifying opportunities for savings.