Shop Foreman | Otsego, MI

Salary Range: $63,000 - $96,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for excelling in shop foreman? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in Otsego, seeking experienced Shop Foremans to strengthen their teams.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Otsego that are adding Shop Foremans 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

• Oversee daily shop operations, ensuring production targets are met.
• Supervise and mentor shop floor employees, providing guidance and training.
• Ensure adherence to safety regulations and company policies.
• Manage workflow and prioritize tasks to optimize efficiency.
• Inspect work in progress and completed products for quality control.
• Coordinate with other departments (e.g., engineering, maintenance) to resolve issues.
• Maintain inventory of materials and tools, initiating reorders as needed.
• Troubleshoot production problems and implement corrective actions.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proven experience in a manufacturing environment with a strong understanding of production processes.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills, including the ability to motivate and guide a workforce.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities to address production challenges effectively.
• Solid understanding of safety regulations and best practices in a manufacturing setting.
• Proficiency in reading blueprints, technical drawings, and production schedules.
• Experience with quality control procedures and ensuring adherence to standards.

Bonus Qualifications

• - Experience with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
• - Proficiency in advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis techniques
• - Certification in a relevant trade (e.g., welding, machining, electrical)
• - Familiarity with quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001)

Job Titles That Should Apply

Shop Supervisor, Production Supervisor, Manufacturing Supervisor, Workshop Supervisor, Assembly Supervisor, Maintenance Supervisor, Operations Supervisor, Team Leader, Shift Supervisor, Lead Hand, Chargehand, Foreman, Shop Floor Supervisor, Production Lead, Manufacturing Lead, Workshop Lead, Assembly Lead, Maintenance Lead, Operations Lead, Team Supervisor, Production Foreman, Manufacturing Foreman, Workshop Foreman, Assembly Foreman, Maintenance Foreman, Operations Foreman, Lead Foreman, Senior Supervisor, Supervisor, Assistant 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.