Working Supervisor – DeWitt Area

The Pivot Group Careers; DeWitt (MI); On-site; USD 61,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in DeWitt, MI is actively seeking Working Supervisors to join manufacturers in the area. This role focuses on leading shift teams, monitoring output, and maintaining safety and quality on the production floor. Candidates should have hands-on manufacturing experience and proven leadership abilities.

Salary ranges from $61,000 to $88,000 per year, depending on experience. This posting covers opportunities with DeWitt-area manufacturers and nearby facilities, with hiring

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; several years of hands-on manufacturing experience.
• Prior experience leading or directing the work of a small team.
• Basic math and recordkeeping skills for production counts and shift reports.
• Comfortable standing for long periods and lifting within posted limits.

Responsibilities

• Monitor output, quality checks, and downtime, and adjust staffing as needed.
• Train new hires and coach team members on safe work methods and standard procedures.
• Handle minor troubleshooting and elevate maintenance or process issues to the right contact.
• Complete shift paperwork, production counts, and handoff notes for the next supervisor.
• Enforce safety rules and housekeeping standards on the floor.
• Report attendance, performance, and discipline matters to the department manager.
• Open the shift by reviewing production schedules and assigning work to team members.
• Operate equipment and work on the line alongside the crew during the shift.

Skills

Team leadership

Production supervision

Safety compliance

Equipment operation

Quality control

Shift coordination

Basic math

Training skills

Documentation

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Hands-on manufacturing experience

Job description

Job Description:

Working Supervisor | DeWitt, MI

Salary Range: $61,000 - $88,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for excelling as a working supervisor? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in the DeWitt area seeking skilled Working Supervisors.

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 Working Supervisor opportunities with manufacturers based in and around DeWitt in Clinton County, within about 30 minutes of the city.

The Opportunity

We work with companies in the DeWitt area that add Working Supervisors 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

• Monitor output, quality checks, and downtime, and adjust staffing as needed.
• Train new hires and coach team members on safe work methods and standard procedures.
• Handle minor troubleshooting and elevate maintenance or process issues to the right contact.
• Complete shift paperwork, production counts, and handoff notes for the next supervisor.
• Enforce safety rules and housekeeping standards on the floor.
• Report attendance, performance, and discipline matters to the department manager.
• Open the shift by reviewing production schedules and assigning work to team members.
• Operate equipment and work on the line alongside the crew during the shift.

Recommended Qualifications

• Prior experience leading or directing the work of a small team.
• Working knowledge of production equipment and standard work instructions.
• Basic math and recordkeeping skills for production counts and shift reports.
• Comfortable standing for long periods and lifting within posted limits.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Several years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing or production environment.

Bonus Qualifications

• Forklift or powered industrial truck certification.
• Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement tools.
• Familiarity with quality systems such as ISO 9001.
• Technical certificate or associate degree in a related field.
• Formal supervisory or leadership training.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Production Team Leader, Assembly Supervisor, Operations Supervisor, Lead Operator, Production Supervisor, Shift Supervisor, Team Lead, Line Lead, Working Foreman, Manufacturing Supervisor

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 Output Support Operations Waste Collaboration Salary Hiring Partnerships Recruiting Compensation Quality Control Manufacturing Interpersonal Skills Regulations Records Pressure Preparation Maintenance Training Communication

Salary Package:

$ 61,000.00 - 88,000.00 (US Dollar)