Shop Manager - Walker Area

Job Description:

Shop Manager | Walker, MI

Salary Range: $89,000 - $135,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for excelling in shop manager? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Walker seeking Shop Managers to lead and enhance their operations.

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 Walker that are seeking skilled Shop Managers. 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 daily shop operations, ensuring production targets are met.
• Manage and mentor a team of manufacturing technicians and operators.
• Implement and enforce safety protocols and quality control standards.
• Optimize production schedules and resource allocation for efficiency.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate material procurement.
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and coordinate repairs.
• Analyze production data to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions.

Recommended Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing shop floor supervision or management.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and motivate a team of skilled technicians.
• Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Demonstrated experience in production planning, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Proficient in interpreting technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a track record of optimizing shop floor efficiency.

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

Retail Manager,Store Manager,Shop Supervisor,Assistant Shop Manager,Operations Manager,Sales Manager,Branch Manager,Department Manager,Retail Operations Manager,Shop Floor Manager

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

• Data

• Offers

• Operators

• Inventory

• Production Planning

• Support

• Lean Manufacturing

• Operations

• Salary

• Hiring

• Partnerships

• Recruiting

• Compensation

• Retail

• Continuous Improvement

• Quality Control

• Manufacturing

• Specifications

• Procurement

• Scheduling

• Preparation

• Planning

• Training

• Management

Salary Package:

$ 89,000. (US Dollar)