Production Manager - Lansing Area

Production Manager | Lansing, MI

Salary Range: $83,000 - $123,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for leading production teams and meeting manufacturing goals? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Lansing seeking experienced Production Managers.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Lansing region seeking Production Managers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee daily manufacturing operations and production schedules.
• Manage, train, and develop production staff, supervisors, and team leads.
• Implement and enforce quality control standards and procedures to ensure product excellence.
• Optimize production processes for efficiency, cost reduction, and waste elimination.
• Ensure strict compliance with safety regulations and maintain a safe working environment.
• Monitor production output, analyze performance data, and report on key manufacturing metrics.
• Manage production budgets, control operational costs, and allocate resources effectively.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proven experience in a production management or supervisory role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, including staff development and performance optimization.
• In-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes, lean principles, and quality control methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to optimize production schedules, improve efficiency, and reduce operational costs.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Commitment to maintaining high safety standards and regulatory compliance.

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Proficiency with specific enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Experience implementing automation or advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Production Manager, Manufacturing Manager, Operations Manager, Plant Manager, Production Supervisor, Manufacturing Operations Manager, Director of Production, Production Lead, Factory Manager, Production Coordinator

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.