Shop Manager – Allendale Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Allendale Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 86,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Careers is seeking a Shop Manager for opportunities in Allendale, MI. The role focuses on leading shop operations, coordinating production, and ensuring safety and quality on the floor.

We connect with manufacturers in and around Allendale to place qualified shop managers; the right candidate will drive efficiency, manage staffing, and uphold operational standards in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to read blueprints and shop drawings.
• Working knowledge of shop equipment and common machining or fabrication processes.
• Strong scheduling and problem-solving skills.
• Clear communication with production staff and management.
• Several years of hands-on experience in a machine shop or fabrication environment.
• Prior supervisory or lead experience on a production floor.

Responsibilities

• Track output against the schedule and adjust priorities when jobs fall behind.
• Enforce safety rules and address unsafe conditions on the floor.
• Review completed work before it moves to the next operation or ships.
• Report daily production results and staffing issues to plant leadership.
• Open the shop each morning and confirm staffing for the day.
• Assign work orders to machinists and fabricators based on schedule and skill.
• Walk the floor through the day to check progress and quality.
• Resolve production problems such as machine downtime or material shortages.

Skills

Safety

Regulations

Lean Manufacturing

Machinery

Manufacturing

Management

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Job description

Job Description:

Shop Manager | Allendale, MI

Salary Range: $86,000 - $132,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for excelling as a shop manager? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We collaborate with companies in the Allendale area seeking experienced Shop 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 Shop Manager opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Allendale in Ottawa County, within about 30 minutes of the city.

The Opportunity

We partner with organizations in the Allendale area that seek Shop 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

• Track output against the schedule and adjust priorities when jobs fall behind.
• Enforce safety rules and address unsafe conditions on the floor.
• Review completed work before it moves to the next operation or ships.
• Report daily production results and staffing issues to plant leadership.
• Open the shop each morning and confirm staffing for the day.
• Assign work orders to machinists and fabricators based on schedule and skill.
• Walk the floor through the day to check progress and quality.
• Resolve production problems such as machine downtime or material shortages.

Recommended Qualifications

• Ability to read blueprints and shop drawings.
• Working knowledge of shop equipment and common machining or fabrication processes.
• Strong scheduling and problem-solving skills.
• Clear communication with production staff and management.
• Several years of hands-on experience in a machine shop or fabrication environment.
• Prior supervisory or lead experience on a production floor.

Bonus Qualifications

• Formal training in lean manufacturing or continuous improvement.
• Experience with shop scheduling or ERP software.
• Trade school certificate or apprenticeship completion.
• Familiarity with quality systems such as ISO 9001.
• Forklift or crane certification.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Shop Supervisor, Production Supervisor, Machine Shop Supervisor, Fabrication Supervisor, Manufacturing Supervisor, Plant Supervisor, Shop Foreman, Production Manager, Operations Supervisor, Lead Machinist

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Required Skills:

• Resume
• Safety
• Regulations
• Offers
• Operators
• Supply Chain Support
• Lean Manufacturing
• Machinery
• Salary
• Hiring
• Partnerships
• Recruiting
• Compensation
• Supply
• Metrics
• Retail
• Continuous Improvement
• Quality Control
• Manufacturing
• Specifications
• Interpersonal Skills
• Regulations
• Preparation
• Maintenance
• Engineering
• Training
• Communication
• Management

Salary Package:

$ 86,000.00 - 132,000.00 (US Dollar)