The posting
Assembly Supervisor | Iron River, MI
Salary Range: $62,000 - $89,000 depending on experience
Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for excelling as a assembly supervisor? 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 Iron River area seeking Assembly Supervisors 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 Assembly Supervisor opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Iron River in Iron County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Amasa and Crystal Falls.
The Opportunity
We partner with manufacturers across the Iron River area seeking Assembly Supervisors who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.
Usual Responsibilities
- 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.
- 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.
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
- 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.
- Experience with lean or continuous improvement methods.
- Familiarity with quality systems such as ISO 9001.
Job Titles That Should Apply
Production Supervisor, Manufacturing Supervisor, Assembly Line Supervisor, Shift Supervisor, Team Leader, Assembly Team Lead, Operations Supervisor, Production Team Leader, Line 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 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.



