Finishing Supervisor | Cadillac, MI

Salary Range: $63,000 - $90,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for excelling in finishing supervisor? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Cadillac seeking experienced Finishing Supervisors.

The Opportunity

We are partnering with organizations in Cadillac that are seeking Finishing Supervisors. These companies are committed to building strong teams and are looking for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with Pivot Group, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of the finishing department production team.
• Ensure all finished products meet established quality standards and specifications through regular inspection.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate the performance of finishing operators and technicians.
• Optimize finishing processes for efficiency, productivity, and waste reduction.
• Maintain a safe working environment by enforcing company safety policies and procedures.
• Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues with finishing equipment and processes.
• Manage material flow and inventory for finishing operations to prevent delays and minimize waste.

Recommended Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing finishing department.
• Strong technical knowledge of various finishing processes (e.g., painting, coating, assembly, inspection) and associated equipment.
• Proven ability to lead, train, and motivate a production team to achieve quality and output targets.
• Demonstrated proficiency in implementing and enforcing quality control standards and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing safety protocols and a commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma Green Belt certification.
• Experience with automated finishing systems or robotic painting.
• Proficiency in ERP/MES systems for production scheduling and inventory management.
• Ability to conduct advanced root cause analysis for finishing defects (e.g., using 8D methodology).

Job Titles That Should Apply

Finishing Supervisor, Production Finishing Supervisor, Manufacturing Finishing Supervisor, Surface Finishing Supervisor, Final Finish Supervisor, Post-Production Supervisor, Finishing Lead, Finishing Coordinator, Quality Finishing Supervisor, Operations 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.