Working Supervisor – Grandville Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Grandville (MI); On-site; USD 62,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is actively seeking Working Supervisors in and around Grandville, MI. This role offers a wage of $62,000 to $89,000 per year, depending on experience, with opportunities to lead line teams in a manufacturing setting.

Qualified candidates will have several years of hands-on manufacturing experience, leadership background, and strong knowledge of production processes. This posting targets Grandville-area manufacturers; visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Several years of hands‑on experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Prior experience leading or directing the work of a small team.
• Working knowledge of production equipment and standard work instructions.
• Basic math and record‑keeping skills for production counts and shift reports.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment and work on the line alongside the crew during the shift.
• 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 escalate 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.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Manufacturing experience

Data analysis

ERP systems

SAP

Excel

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Minitab

Microsoft Excel

Access

Oracle

ERP software

Job description

Job Description:

Working Supervisor | Grandville, MI

Salary Range: $62,000 – $89,000 depending on experience

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for excelling as a working supervisor? 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 Grandville area seeking experienced Working Supervisors 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 Working Supervisor opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Grandville in Kent County, within about 30 minutes of the city.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across the Grandville area seeking Working Supervisors who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Usual Responsibilities

• Operate equipment and work on the line alongside the crew during the shift.
• 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 escalate 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.

Recommended Qualifications

• 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.
• Prior experience leading or directing the work of a small team.
• Working knowledge of production equipment and standard work instructions.
• Basic math and record‑keeping skills for production counts and shift reports.

Bonus Qualifications

• 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.
• Forklift or powered industrial truck certification.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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

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 Inventory Lean Six Sigma Access Support Six Sigma Operations Raw Materials Analysis ERP Salary Hiring Partnerships Corrective Actions Recruiting Compensation SAP Manufacturing Interpersonal Skills Excel Regulations Oracle Materials Preparation Data Analysis Microsoft Excel Maintenance Engineering Communication

Salary Package:

$ 62,000.00 – 89,000.00 (US Dollar)