Production Manager – Spring Lake Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Spring Lake (MI); On-site; USD 86,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Michigan seeks a Production Manager to lead manufacturing teams in Spring Lake area. Manage daily production, drive safety, quality, and on-time delivery, and work with maintenance, materials, and staff to keep lines running efficiently.

Candidates should have 5+ years in manufacturing with supervisory experience, knowledge of lean principles, ERP/MES systems, and strong leadership. Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field preferred; bilingual is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience with production data, spreadsheets, and ERP/MES systems.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, operations, or 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.
• Experience with production scheduling, quality systems, and safety programs.
• Strong leadership, problem solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Supervise shift leads and production staff, assign work, and resolve line issues.
• Monitor quality checks and address defects or process problems as they arise.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team leadership

Problem solving

Planning

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/operations or related field

Tools

ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle)

MES systems

SQL

Python

Data analysis software

Job description

Job Description:

Production Manager | Spring Lake, MI

Salary Range: $86,000 - $126,000 depending on experience

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for leading production teams and meeting manufacturing goals? 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 Spring Lake area seeking experienced Production Managers 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 Manager opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Spring Lake in Ottawa County, within about 30 minutes of the city, including Fruitport, Nunica, and Ferrysburg.

The Opportunity

We work with companies in the Spring Lake area that add Production Managers 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

• 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.
• Supervise shift leads and production staff, assign work, and resolve line issues.
• Monitor quality checks and address defects or process problems as they arise.

Recommended Qualifications

• 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.
• Experience with production scheduling, quality systems, and safety programs.
• Strong leadership, problem solving, and communication skills.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience in a regulated or high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 or similar quality standards.
• Prior responsibility for budget or cost reduction projects.
• Bilingual communication skills for a diverse workforce.
• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Operations Manager, Production Supervisor, Manufacturing Supervisor, Shift Manager, Production Superintendent, Value Stream Manager, Assembly Manager, Manufacturing Manager, Plant 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 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 Safety Regulations Data Offers Output Spring Lean Six Sigma Production Planning Supply Chain Support Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma Operations Analysis Adjustments ERP Compliance Salary Hiring Partnerships Recruiting Demand Compensation Supply Continuous Improvement Optimization R SAP Manufacturing Interpersonal Skills Regulations Oracle Administration Preparation Data Analysis Software Planning Engineering Business SQL Python Leadership Communication Management

Salary Package:

$ 86,000.00 - 126,000.00 (US Dollar)