Finishing Supervisor | Grandville, MI

Salary Range: $63,000 - $90,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for excelling in finishing supervisor? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Grandville seeking skilled Finishing Supervisors.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Grandville that are adding Finishing Supervisors to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of finishing department personnel.
• Ensure all finished products meet established quality standards and specifications.
• Monitor production schedules to ensure timely completion and delivery of finished goods.
• Implement and enforce all company safety policies and procedures within the finishing area.
• Provide training and development to finishing operators to enhance skills and productivity.
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Oversee the maintenance and readiness of finishing equipment and tools.

Recommended Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing finishing processes, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or lead role.
• Strong technical knowledge of various finishing techniques (e.g., assembly, painting, surface treatment, quality inspection) and associated equipment.
• Proven ability to lead, train, and motivate a production team to meet output and quality targets.
• Demonstrated experience in implementing and enforcing quality control procedures and standards.
• Ability to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve production issues efficiently to minimize downtime.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe working environment and fostering continuous improvement initiatives.

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification.
• Proficiency with manufacturing ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Experience with automated finishing processes or robotic applications.
• Basic maintenance and troubleshooting skills for production equipment.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Finishing Supervisor, Production Finishing Supervisor, Final Assembly Supervisor, Finishing Lead, Surface Finishing Supervisor, Manufacturing Finishing Supervisor, Post-Production Supervisor

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.