Production Lead - Delta Township Area
Quick Summary
Production Lead | Delta Township, MI Salary Range: $52,000 - $79,000 depending on experience Are you a skilled professional with a passion for excelling as a production lead? The Pivot Group Network,
We collaborate with manufacturing firms in the Delta Township area that seek skilled Production Leads. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and look for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.
Responsibilities
~1 min read- →Monitor line output and pace against the daily schedule and report shortfalls to the supervisor.
- →Check that operators follow standard work instructions and safety rules during the shift.
- →Help troubleshoot equipment stops and escalate maintenance issues that cannot be resolved quickly.
- →Track scrap, rework, and downtime on shift records and hand off notes to the next lead.
- →Train new operators on station tasks and sign off on basic competency checks.
- →Keep work areas clean and confirm tools and materials are staged for the next run.
- →Support shift start meetings and communicate quality alerts or schedule changes to the team.
- →Assign daily work tasks to production line staff and adjust assignments when absences or line issues occur.
Requirements
~1 min read- Two or more years of hands-on production or assembly experience in a manufacturing setting.
- Prior experience directing or coaching small teams on a line or in a work cell.
- Ability to read work instructions, production schedules, and basic quality documents.
- Comfort with shift work and standing for extended periods.
- Basic math and recordkeeping skills for output and scrap tracking.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Formal lean or continuous improvement training such as kaizen or 5S.
- Forklift or powered industrial truck certification.
- Experience with quality systems or ISO audit participation.
- Associate degree or technical certificate in a manufacturing field.
- Familiarity with production tracking software or ERP shop floor modules.
Assembly Lead, Production Coordinator, Cell Leader, Group Leader, Operations Lead, Production Supervisor, Line Lead, Shift Lead, Team Leader, Manufacturing Team Lead
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.
The Pivot Group Network 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. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.
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 at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network 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.
Location & Eligibility
About this job
- Pay per year
- $52,000–$79,000 a year
- 41% above the $46,332 median for Production Associate jobs on Jobera (713 salaries).
- Who can apply
- United States
- Posted
- 34 days ago
Listing Details
- First seen
- September 25, 2026
- Last seen
- October 29, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 33
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 32%
- Scored at
- October 29, 2026
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