Finishing Supervisor | Holland, MI

Salary Range: $60,000 - $87,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for excelling in finishing supervisor? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in Holland, seeking experienced Finishing Supervisors to strengthen their teams.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Holland seeking Finishing Supervisors who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise, train, and evaluate finishing department personnel.
• Ensure all finished products meet quality standards and customer specifications.
• Monitor production schedules and ensure timely completion of finishing operations.
• Implement and enforce safety regulations and maintain a safe working environment.
• Oversee the setup, operation, and routine maintenance of finishing equipment.
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Manage inventory of finishing materials and supplies, minimizing waste.

Recommended Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing finishing operations, including 1-2 years in a supervisory or lead role.
• Proficient understanding of various finishing processes (e.g., painting, coating, assembly, inspection) and associated equipment.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to manage, train, and motivate a production team.
• Strong knowledge and application of quality control standards and procedures in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven problem-solving abilities to identify and resolve production issues efficiently.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment and adherence to manufacturing safety protocols.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience implementing Lean manufacturing principles (e.g., 5S, Kaizen) to optimize finishing processes.
• Familiarity with ERP/MES systems for production scheduling, tracking, and data analysis.
• Certification in a specialized finishing technique (e.g., advanced powder coating, robotic polishing, specialized plating).
• Proven ability to develop and deliver training programs for production staff.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Finishing Supervisor, Finishing Lead, Finishing Foreman, Production Finishing Supervisor, Surface Finishing Supervisor, Finishing Team Leader, Final Finish Supervisor

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.