Finishing Supervisor - Allendale Area

Job Description:

Finishing Supervisor | Allendale, MI

Salary Range: $57,000 - $84,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for excelling in finishing supervisor? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Allendale seeking experienced Finishing Supervisors.

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 are collaborating with manufacturing firms in Allendale that are seeking skilled Finishing Supervisors. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and are looking for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct the finishing team, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to production schedules.
• Monitor product quality throughout the finishing process, identifying and resolving any deviations or defects.
• Implement and enforce safety protocols and procedures within the finishing department.
• Train and mentor new and existing finishing personnel on equipment operation and process techniques.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment malfunctions or process issues to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth transitions of products and information.
• Manage inventory of finishing materials and supplies, initiating reorders as needed.

Recommended Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing finishing processes (e.g., painting, polishing, assembly).
• 3+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and quality specifications.
• Strong knowledge of quality control principles and continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma).
• Demonstrated ability to lead, train, and develop a team of production operators.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proficiency in using ERP systems for production planning, tracking, and reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to train and mentor production staff.
• Certification in quality control (e.g., Six Sigma Green Belt).
• Bilingual (e.g., Spanish, Mandarin) to communicate with a diverse workforce.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Finishing Supervisor, Finishing Lead, Paint Supervisor, Coating Supervisor, Production Supervisor - Finishing, Fabrication Finishing Supervisor, Surface Finishing Supervisor, Quality Control Supervisor - Finishing, Manufacturing Supervisor - Finishing, Industrial Painter Supervisor

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://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https:// The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search-market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.

Required Skills:

• Resume

• Offers

• Operators

• Inventory

• Lean Six Sigma

• Production Planning

• Support

• Product Quality

• Lean Manufacturing

• Six Sigma

• Painting

• Mandarin

• ERP

• Salary

• Hiring

• Partnerships

• Recruiting

• Spanish

• Compensation

• Continuous Improvement

• Quality Control

• Manufacturing

• Specifications

• Communication Skills

• Materials

• Preparation

• Planning

• Communication

Salary Package:

$ 57,000. (US Dollar)