Working Supervisor | Ironwood, MI
Salary Range: $55,000 - $82,000 depending on experience
Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for excelling as a working supervisor? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We collaborate with leading companies in the Ironwood area seeking Working Supervisors to lead and enhance their operations.
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 Working Supervisor opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Ironwood in Gogebic County, within about 45 minutes of the city.
The Opportunity
We partner with manufacturers across the Ironwood area seeking Working Supervisors who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.
Usual Responsibilities
- Complete shift paperwork, production counts, and handoff notes for the next supervisor.
- Enforce safety rules and housekeeping standards on the floor.
- Report attendance, performance, and discipline matters to the department manager.
- Open the shift by reviewing production schedules and assigning work to team members.
- Operate equipment and work on the line alongside the crew during the shift.
- Monitor output, quality checks, and downtime, and adjust staffing as needed.
- Train new hires and coach team members on safe work methods and standard procedures.
- Handle minor troubleshooting and escalate maintenance or process issues to the right contact.
Recommended Qualifications
- Working knowledge of production equipment and standard work instructions.
- Basic math and recordkeeping skills for production counts and shift reports.
- Comfortable standing for long periods and lifting within posted limits.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Several years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
- Prior experience leading or directing the work of a small team.
Bonus Qualifications
- Technical certificate or associate degree in a related field.
- Formal supervisory or leadership training.
- Forklift or powered industrial truck certification.
- Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement tools.
- Familiarity with quality systems such as ISO 9001.
Job Titles That Should Apply
Lead Operator, Production Supervisor, Shift Supervisor, Team Lead, Line Lead, Working Foreman, Manufacturing Supervisor, Production Team Leader, Assembly Supervisor, Operations Supervisor
Work Authorization
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.
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.