Production Manager – Whitehall Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Whitehall Township (MI); On-site; USD 77,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Careers is seeking a Production Manager in Whitehall, MI to lead manufacturing teams and drive efficiency. Salary ranges from $77,000 to $117,000 based on experience and responsibilities.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in manufacturing with supervisory experience, strong leadership, and a track record in lean methods, scheduling, quality systems, and safety programs.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Monitor quality checks and address defects or process problems as they arise.
• Track metrics such as throughput, scrap, downtime, and on-time delivery.
• Coordinate maintenance, materials, and staffing to keep lines running.
• Enforce safety rules and lead 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 deadlines.
• Supervise shift leads and production staff, assign work, resolve line issues.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Data Analysis

Production Scheduling

Team Coordination

Continuous Improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/operations or related field

Tools

ERP/MES systems

Minitab

SAP/Oracle/Power BI/Excel

Job description

Job Description:

Production Manager | Whitehall, MI

Salary Range: $77,000 – $117,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for leading production teams and meeting manufacturing goals? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We collaborate with leading companies in the Whitehall area seeking experienced Production Managers.

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 Whitehall in Muskegon County, within about 30 minutes of the city.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with multiple companies in the Whitehall area seeking experienced Production Managers. These organizations value long-term fit and look for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.

Usual Responsibilities

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

Recommended Qualifications

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

Bonus Qualifications

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

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 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:

Minitab Resume Safety Regulations Data Offers Lean Six Sigma Supply Chain Cost Reduction Support Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma Operations Waste Analysis ERP Compliance Salary Hiring Partnerships Recruiting Compensation Supply Reviews Metrics Continuous Improvement Optimization SAP Analytics Manufacturing Excel Regulations Power BI Oracle Administration Preparation Data Analysis Planning Engineering Business Project Management Training Management

Salary Package:

$ 77,000.00 – 117,000.00 (US Dollar)