Production Supervisor - Lansing Area
Listed on 2026-10-05
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Manufacturing / Production
Production Manager, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma
Salary Range: $67,000 - $95,000 depending on experience
Are you a skilled professional with a passion for leading teams and ensuring production targets are met? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Lansing seeking experienced Production 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 OpportunityWe collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Lansing region seeking Production Supervisors. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.
Key Responsibilities- Oversee daily production activities to ensure efficiency and quality.
- Monitor and enforce safety protocols and quality standards on the production floor.
- Train, coach, and evaluate production staff to foster skill development and performance.
- Schedule and assign work to meet production targets and deadlines.
- Troubleshoot equipment issues and coordinate maintenance to minimize downtime.
- Implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimize processes and reduce waste.
- Maintain accurate production records and generate reports on key performance indicators.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related field; or equivalent practical experience
- 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 1 year in a leadership or supervisory role
- Demonstrated knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
- Strong understanding of production planning, scheduling, and inventory control processes
- Proficiency in using Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification
- Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle)
- Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Minitab)
- Bilingual in Spanish and English
Production Supervisor, Manufacturing Supervisor, Production Team Leader, Production Lead, Shop Floor Supervisor, Production Coordinator, Operations Supervisor, Production Manager (entry-level), Production Foreman, Production Group Leader
Why The Pivot Group NetworkThe 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:
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