Production Manager – Paw Paw Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Paw Paw (MI); On-site; USD 78,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Paw Paw, MI is actively seeking a Production Manager to lead shift teams and ensure daily output targets are met. You will oversee production staff, monitor quality, and drive safety and continuous improvement initiatives.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in manufacturing leadership, experience with ERP/MES systems, and a solid background in lean techniques. This role offers growth opportunities within Michigan’s manufacturing sector.

Qualifications

• Experience with production scheduling, quality systems, and safety programs.
• Strong leadership, problem solving, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with ERP or MES systems and data analysis.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, operations, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Five or more years in manufacturing with supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement tools.

Responsibilities

• Supervise shift leads and production staff, assign work, and resolve line issues.
• Monitor quality checks and address defects or process problems.
• Track throughput, scrap, downtime, and on-time delivery.
• Coordinate maintenance, materials, and staffing to keep lines running.
• Enforce safety rules and lead incident investigations.
• Train and develop team members and support performance reviews.
• Report production status and improvement plans to plant leadership.
• Plan and schedule daily production to meet output targets and deadlines.

Skills

Production scheduling

Lean Six Sigma

ERP/MES systems

Quality systems

Safety programs

Data analysis

Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Job Description:

Production Manager | Paw Paw, MI

Salary Range: $78,000 - $118,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for leading production teams and meeting manufacturing goals? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We collaborate with leading companies in the Paw Paw area seeking Production Managers to lead and enhance their operations.

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 Manager opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Paw Paw in Van Buren County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including South Haven, Bangor, Coloma, and Decatur.

The Opportunity

We partner with organizations in the Paw Paw area that seek Production Managers. These companies are committed to building strong teams and look for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with The Pivot Group Network, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

Usual Responsibilities

• Supervise shift leads and production staff, assign work, and resolve line issues.


• Monitor quality checks and address defects or process problems as they arise.


• Track key metrics such as throughput, scrap, downtime, and on-time delivery.


• Coordinate maintenance, materials, and staffing to keep lines running.


• Enforce safety rules and lead incident investigations and corrective actions.


• Train and develop team members and support performance reviews.


• Report production status and improvement plans to plant leadership.


• Plan and schedule daily production to meet output targets and customer deadlines.

Recommended Qualifications

• Experience with production scheduling, quality systems, and safety programs.


• Strong leadership, problem solving, and communication skills.


• Comfort with production data, spreadsheets, and ERP or MES systems.


• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, operations, or a related field, or equivalent experience.


• Five or more years in manufacturing with at least two in a supervisory role.


• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement tools.

Bonus Qualifications

• Prior responsibility for budget or cost reduction projects.


• Bilingual communication skills for a diverse workforce.


• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification.


• Experience in a regulated or high-volume manufacturing environment.


• Familiarity with ISO 9001 or similar quality standards.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Production Superintendent, Value Stream Manager, Assembly Manager, Manufacturing Manager, Plant Manager, Operations Manager, Production Supervisor, Manufacturing Supervisor, Shift Manager

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 whove 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.

Required Skills:

Resume Safety Regulations Data Offers Inventory Lean Six Sigma Production Planning Support Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma Operations Analysis ERP Compliance Salary Hiring Partnerships Inventory Control Recruiting Spanish Compensation Continuous Improvement SAP Manufacturing Excel Regulations Power BI Oracle Administration Scheduling Preparation Data Analysis Software Planning Engineering Business Leadership

Salary Package:

$78,000.00 - 118,000.00 (US Dollar)