Production Supervisor - Muskegon Area

Production Supervisor | Muskegon, MI

Salary Range: $67,000 - $95,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for leading teams and ensuring production targets are met? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Muskegon seeking skilled Production Supervisors.

The Opportunity

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

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily production activities to meet output targets.
• Manage, train, and evaluate production staff, ensuring proper staffing levels.
• Monitor product quality and ensure adherence to manufacturing standards and specifications.
• Enforce safety protocols and maintain a safe working environment.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
• Troubleshoot production issues and resolve equipment malfunctions to minimize downtime.
• Track production metrics and generate performance reports for management.

Recommended Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a technical or business-related field preferred.
• Proven leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a production team.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, production planning, and quality control principles (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma).
• Knowledge of safety regulations (e.g., OSHA) and quality management systems (e.g., ISO).
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and communication skills.

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma Green Belt certification.
• Proficiency with manufacturing ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).
• Advanced safety certifications (e.g., OSHA 30-hour).
• Experience working in a unionized manufacturing environment.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Production Supervisor, Manufacturing Supervisor, Operations Supervisor, Production Team Leader, Manufacturing Team Leader, Line Supervisor, Shift Supervisor, Production Foreman

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group 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.

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. The Pivot Group 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.