Production Manager - St. Johns Area

the-pivot-group-careers; St. Johns (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network, based in West Michigan, is seeking a Production Manager for the St. Johns, MI area to lead daily production operations and drive efficiency. You will develop schedules, mentor staff, and work with supply chain and engineering to resolve issues.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field, 5+ years of manufacturing experience with leadership, and a solid grasp of Lean/Six Sigma methodologies to reduce costs and improve productivity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, with at least 2 years in leadership or supervisory role.
• Proven track record of improving production efficiency, reducing costs, and meeting targets.
• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production operations to ensure efficiency and quality.
• Develop and implement production schedules to meet demand and delivery targets.
• Manage and mentor production staff, including performance reviews and training.
• Optimize manufacturing processes to reduce costs and improve productivity.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality control standards.
• Collaborate with supply chain and engineering to resolve production issues.
• Monitor production metrics and prepare reports for senior management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Continuous Improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Manufacturing

Tools

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle)

Excel

Minitab

Job description

Production Manager | St. Johns, MI

Salary Range: $80,000 - $120,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for leading production teams and meeting manufacturing goals? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in St. Johns seeking skilled Production Managers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. 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.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the St. Johns region seeking Production Managers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production operations to ensure efficiency and quality.
• Develop and implement production schedules to meet demand and delivery targets.
• Manage and mentor production staff, including performance reviews and training.
• Optimize manufacturing processes to reduce costs and improve productivity.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality control standards.
• Collaborate with supply chain and engineering to resolve production issues.
• Monitor production metrics and prepare reports for senior management.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Proven track record of improving production efficiency, reducing costs, and meeting production targets.
• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and continuous improvement tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams.

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle)
• Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Minitab)
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Job Titles That Should Apply

Production Manager, Manufacturing Manager, Operations Manager, Plant Manager, Production Supervisor, Production Lead, Production Coordinator, Production Director, Head of Production, Factory Manager