Assembly Supervisor - Gladwin Area

Assembly Supervisor | Gladwin, MI

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

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for excelling as an assembly supervisor? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We collaborate with companies in the Gladwin area seeking experienced assembly supervisors.

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 assembly supervisor opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Gladwin in Gladwin County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including West Branch, Standish, Hamilton, and Pinconning.

The Opportunity

We partner with organizations in the Gladwin area that seek assembly supervisors. These companies are committed to building strong teams and look for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with The Pivot Group Network, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

Usual Responsibilities

• Resolve line stoppages and escalate equipment or material issues.
• Track attendance, hours, and production records for the shift.
• Run shift handoff meetings and report status to the plant manager.
• Enforce safety and housekeeping practices on the floor.
• Assign daily work and set line priorities for assembly teams.
• Monitor production output and adjust staffing to meet schedule.
• Train new assemblers on build steps and safety rules.
• Check work in process against quality standards and drawings.

Recommended Qualifications

• or more years in assembly or production work.
• or more years leading or supervising a team.
• Ability to read work instructions, drawings, and build sheets.
• Basic math and computer skills for production tracking.
• Strong communication skills with hourly staff and managers.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with lean or continuous improvement methods.
• Familiarity with quality systems such as ISO 9001.
• Technical certificate or associate degree in a related field.
• Experience with time and attendance or ERP software.
• Background in a high-volume or automotive assembly setting.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Operations Supervisor, Production Team Leader, Line Lead, Production Supervisor, Manufacturing Supervisor, Assembly Line Supervisor, Shift Supervisor, Team Leader, Assembly Team Lead

Work Authorization

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

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

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 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.