Plant Manager | Grand Rapids, MI

Salary Range: $143,000 - $194,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for leading manufacturing operations and driving plant performance? 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 Grand Rapids area seeking Plant Managers 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 Plant Manager opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Grand Rapids in Kent County, within about 30 minutes of the city, including East Grand Rapids and Northview.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across the Grand Rapids area seeking Plant Managers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Usual Responsibilities

• Control operating costs and track plant spending against budget.
• Lead continuous improvement projects to raise quality and efficiency.
• Coordinate with supply chain, quality, and engineering on plant issues.
• Direct daily plant operations to meet production schedules and customer delivery dates.
• Manage staffing, training, and performance for production and support teams.
• Monitor output, scrap, and downtime, and act on variances.
• Enforce safety programs and correct unsafe conditions.
• Oversee maintenance to keep equipment running and reduce unplanned stoppages.

Recommended Qualifications

• Strong problem solving and communication skills.
• Experience managing manufacturing operations or a production department.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methods.
• Record of meeting safety, quality, and delivery targets.
• Budget and cost control experience.
• Ability to lead and develop hourly and salaried teams.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with plant startups or expansions.
• Familiarity with ISO or similar quality systems.
• Background in maintenance or reliability planning.
• Six Sigma or lean certification.
• Experience with ERP and production reporting systems.

Job Titles That Should Apply

General Manager, Production Supervisor, Manufacturing Operations Manager, Site Manager, Value Stream Manager, Manufacturing Manager, Operations Manager, Production Manager, Plant Superintendent, Director of Operations

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

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.