Finishing Supervisor | Wayland, MI

Salary Range: $65,000 - $92,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in {{role_field}}? The Pivot Group is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in Wayland seeking Finishing Supervisors.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Wayland that are adding Finishing Supervisors to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the finishing department, ensuring production targets are met.
• Manage, train, and mentor a team of finishing technicians and operators.
• Ensure all finished products adhere to established quality standards and specifications.
• Optimize workflow and scheduling to maximize efficiency and minimize downtime.
• Monitor equipment performance, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate preventive maintenance.
• Implement and enforce safety protocols and procedures within the finishing area.
• Track and report on key production metrics, including output, quality, and scrap rates.

Recommended Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing finishing operations, including supervisory responsibilities.
• Proficiency in various finishing techniques (e.g., painting, powder coating, polishing, assembly) and related equipment.
• Proven ability to lead, train, and motivate a production team to meet output and quality targets.
• Strong understanding and application of quality control principles and inspection methods for finished products.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills for production issues, quality defects, and process optimization.
• Knowledge of manufacturing safety regulations and best practices to ensure a safe work environment.

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma Green Belt certification
• Proficiency with enterprise resource planning (ERP) or manufacturing execution systems (MES)
• Experience with automated finishing and packaging equipment
• Formal leadership development or supervisory training certifications

Job Titles That Should Apply

Finishing Team Leader, Production Finishing Supervisor, Final Assembly Supervisor, Post-Production Supervisor, Manufacturing Finishing Supervisor, Finishing Foreman, Quality Finishing 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.