Sorting Production Supervisor - 1st Shift
MacLean-Fogg · Farmington Hills, MI
- Level
- Supervisor
- Team
- Production
- Base pay
- $60k–$70k
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
A supervisor production role at MacLean-Fogg (industrial) in Farmington Hills, MI.
- They ask for
- 5+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- 5S
- Base pay
- $60k–$70k
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Production Supervisor roles in Michigan: typical posted base $84k–$141k. This one lists $60k–$70k.
Median of the low and high ends of 12 live postings that list pay, out of 28 production supervisor openings in Michigan, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Michigan plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 26 other live production postings in Michigan.
- Base pay
- About 42% below similar roles
- Experience asked
- Typical (5+ years)
Typical $84k–$141k, from 11 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 100%
- Lean 48%
- Union environment 33%
- ✓ 5S 33%
- Six Sigma 26%
- EHS / safety 22%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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Job Summary
The Production Supervisor, Sorting is responsible for overseeing the sorting operations across all shifts to ensure production goals and quality standards are met. This role involves coordinating with sorting team members, managing production schedules, conducting quality checks, and maintaining a safe, organized workspace. The Production Supervisor, Sorting will also drive process improvements and assist with training and development of team members in the sorting area.
What You'll Do as a Sorting Production Supervisor
- ◆Oversee daily operations of the sorting team to ensure efficient workflow and meet production goals
- ◆Provide direction, training, and support to sorting team members
- ◆Provide guidance, coaching, and training to new employees and ongoing support to existing team members to enhance skills and performance
- ◆Ensure all parts meet quality standards by performing regular inspections and guiding team members in quality checks
- ◆Monitor the output and performance of the assigned production area(s), ensuring targets are met for quantity, quality, and efficiency
- ◆Identify and address any defects or non-conformance issues promptly
- ◆Collaborate with Quality Control and Engineering teams to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions
- ◆Assist with optimize processes to minimize downtime, reduce scrap, and improve efficiency
- ◆Support continuous improvement initiatives within the sorting department
- ◆Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, promoting best practices
- ◆Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality policies, maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient work environment
- ◆Enforce adherence to 5S principles (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) to promote a clean, organized, and efficient work environment
- ◆Collaborate with quality manager to improve sorting methods and workflow efficiency
- ◆Identify and propose improvements in machinery, materials, and production techniques
- ◆Perform all other duties as assigned.
What You'll Bring
Required Education/Qualifications
- ✓High School Diploma or GED
- ✓3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing or sorting environment, with at least 1-2 years in a lead or supervisory role
- ✓Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- ✓Prolonged standing, bending, and walking for extended periods of time
Benefits at MacLean-Fogg
MacLean-Fogg offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package that supports health, financial security, time away, and career development:
- ✓Medical insurance with four Blue Cross Blue Shield plan options and 100% coverage for eligible preventive care
- ✓401(k) retirement plan with a company match of up to 3.5%, full vesting after two years, and discretionary profit sharing
- ✓Paid time off and paid holidays to rest, recharge, and spend time with family
- ✓Dental insurance
- ✓Vision insurance
- ✓Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions of up to $1,000 for individual coverage or $2,000 for family coverage
- ✓Company-paid life insurance
- ✓Short-term disability insurance
- ✓Long-term disability insurance available through voluntary coverage
- ✓Paid parental leave following an eligible birth, adoption, or placement
- ✓Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with mental health, legal, and financial support through Spring Health
- ✓Four free therapy sessions each year for employees and each eligible family member
- ✓Free 24/7 virtual healthcare through Teladoc
- ✓Tuition reimbursement for eligible degrees and continuing education
- ✓Professional and leadership development through LinkedIn Learning and MacLean-Fogg development programs
- ✓Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- ✓Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- ✓Virtual physical therapy through Hinge Health
- ✓On-demand access to earned wages through PayActiv
- ✓Employee wellness and savings programs , including wellness incentives, equipment rebates, charitable donation matching, and a new-vehicle rebate program
- ✓Holiday appreciation gifts for employees and their families
Benefits are subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements.
About MacLean-Fogg
MacLean-Fogg is a privately held, fourth-generation family-owned manufacturer with more than 100 years of history. We manufacture engineered components for automotive and industrial applications and operate facilities across the United States.
Our long-term ownership allows us to invest in our people, manufacturing capabilities, customers, and communities. We are committed to integrity, people, customer excellence, stewardship, continuous improvement, and building lasting relationships with our employees and customers.
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Job Details
- •Position Type: Full time, Salary Non-Exempt
- •Work Location: 23400 Haggerty Rd, Farmington Hills, MI 48335
- •Shift: 1st Shift (7:00 AM - 3:00 PM)
- •Pay: $60,000 - $70,000 Salary
