Shop Foreman - Marquette Area

Shop Foreman | Marquette, MI

Salary Range: $67,000 - $100,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for excelling as a shop foreman? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We collaborate with companies in the Marquette area seeking experienced Shop Foremans.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan's manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

This posting covers Shop Foreman opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Marquette in Marquette County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Gwinn, Ishpeming, Negaunee, and K. I. Sawyer.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Marquette region seeking Shop Foremans. 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.

Usual Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot machine and tooling problems and call maintenance when needed.
• Track job progress and report delays to the production manager.
• Enforce safety rules and keep the floor clean and organized.
• Train new operators on setup, inspection, and shop procedures.
• Review shift handoffs and close out work orders at the end of the day.
• Open the shop each morning and confirm which jobs are running on each machine.
• Assign work to machinists and operators based on schedule and skill.
• Check first articles and spot-check parts during the shift.

Recommended Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five or more years of hands-on machining or fabrication experience.
• Prior lead or supervisory experience on a shop floor.
• Ability to read blueprints and use precision measuring tools.
• Working knowledge of CNC setup and machine shop math.
• Strong verbal communication and clear record keeping.

Bonus Qualifications

• Bilingual English and Spanish.
• Formal training or certification in machining or manufacturing technology.
• Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement projects.
• Familiarity with ERP or job tracking software.
• Forklift or overhead crane certification.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Fabrication Supervisor, Maintenance Supervisor, Production Team Lead, Operations Supervisor, Production Supervisor, Machine Shop Supervisor, Manufacturing Supervisor, Lead Machinist, CNC Supervisor

Why The Pivot Group Network

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.