Shop Foreman | Byron Center, MI

Salary Range: $66,000 - $99,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in {{role_field}}? The Pivot Group is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in Byron Center seeking Shop Foremans.

The Opportunity

We are partnering with organizations in Byron Center that are seeking Shop Foremans. These companies are committed to building strong teams and are looking for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with Pivot Group, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily shop floor operations, ensuring production schedules are met efficiently and effectively.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate the performance of shop floor employees, providing guidance and training.
• Ensure adherence to all safety regulations, quality standards, and company policies on the shop floor.
• Manage and allocate resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials, to optimize production output.
• Troubleshoot production issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Maintain accurate production records, including output, scrap, and labor, and report on key performance indicators.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as planning, engineering, and maintenance, to resolve interdependencies.
• Conduct regular shop floor inspections to ensure a clean, organized, and safe working environment.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proven experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent understanding of manufacturing processes and machinery.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve production issues.
• Knowledge of quality control procedures and standards.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Bonus Qualifications

• - Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives
• - Proficiency in troubleshooting complex machinery and production line issues
• - Certification in a relevant trade (e.g., welding, machining, electrical)
• - First Aid/CPR certification

Job Titles That Should Apply

Shop Supervisor, Workshop Supervisor, Production Supervisor, Manufacturing Supervisor, Assembly Supervisor, Maintenance Supervisor, Fabrication Supervisor, Operations Supervisor, Team Lead - Workshop, Lead Hand - Production

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.