Shop Foreman | Kentwood, MI

Salary Range: $64,000 - $97,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for excelling in shop foreman? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Kentwood seeking experienced Shop Foremans.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. 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.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Kentwood 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily shop operations and production schedules.
• Supervise, train, and mentor a team of manufacturing technicians.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and perform preventative maintenance.
• Manage inventory of parts, tools, and supplies.
• Optimize workflow processes for efficiency and productivity.

Recommended Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in a manufacturing shop environment
• 2+ years experience in a leadership or supervisory role
• Proven ability to interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical documents
• Strong understanding of safety protocols and quality control standards
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with various hand and power tools, and manufacturing equipment

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with lean manufacturing principles.
• Proficiency in CAD software for reviewing designs.
• Certification in specific machinery operation (e.g., forklift, crane).
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop junior technicians.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Shop Foreman, Shop Supervisor, Manufacturing Foreman, Production Foreman, Factory Foreman, Shop Manager, Production Supervisor, Team Lead Manufacturing

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.