Maintenance Supervisor

Ford Motor Company; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ford Motor Company is seeking a Production Supervisor in Maintenance in Dearborn, MI. In this role, you'll foster a safety-first culture, lead skilled technicians, and ensure asset management while developing relationships with team members and compliance with workplace policies. Candidates should possess supervisory experience and a strong commitment to continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition assistance

Employee resource groups

Paid community service leave

Vehicle discounts

Qualifications

• 2 years of supervisory, manufacturing, and maintenance experience.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends.
• Working knowledge of PLC logic and controls.

Responsibilities

• Create a safety culture and implement workplace policies.
• Lead and coach skilled trades/maintenance personnel.
• Manage asset availability and preventative maintenance.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Team-building skills

Active listening

Communication skills

Commitment to continuous improvement

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. What will you make today? As part of our Manufacturing team, you’ll help build the world-class, state-of-the-art smart vehicles we're known for. In our plants around the world, we’re constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. You'll get the satisfaction of making great products people use and love. A career at Ford Motor Company will offer professional development and growth with opportunities for advancement into leadership and executive positions.

Responsibilities include:

• Create a safety culture and implement workplace policies.
• Lead and coach skilled trades/maintenance personnel in asset management, including asset availability and preventative maintenance.
• Address corrective maintenance issues efficiently.
• Build strong relationships with hourly team members, union, and management.
• Communicate effectively with all stakeholders.
• Administer the collective bargaining agreement (CBA) consistently.
• Evaluate team performance and promote continuous improvement.

Qualifications

You’ll have...

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2 years of supervisory, manufacturing, and maintenance experience
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
• Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends
• Fundamental knowledge of PLC logic and controls
• Mechanical aptitude

Preferred qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience with safety and quality management
• Stamping and Maximo experience
• Six Sigma certification (Black or Green Belt)
• Knowledge of constraint management principles
• Experience managing a unionized workforce

We encourage candidates who may not check every box but believe they can bring value to apply!

We offer a range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, flexible family care, vehicle discounts, tuition assistance, employee resource groups, paid community service leave, holidays, and vacation options. For more details, visit: https://fordcareers.co/GSRnon-HTHD

This position falls within salary grades 6 and 7. Visa sponsorship is not available. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. and will undergo employment verification. Ford is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. #LI-Onsite #Productionsupervisormaintenance #LI-AZ1

In this position, you will:

• Foster a safety-first culture and enforce workplace policies.
• Lead and coach maintenance teams in asset management and maintenance activities.
• Address corrective maintenance efficiently.
• Develop strong relationships with team members, union, and management.
• Communicate effectively across all levels.
• Ensure compliance with the collective bargaining agreement.
• Assess performance and promote continuous improvement.

Required behaviors include:

• Active listening and two-way communication.
• Strong interpersonal and team-building skills.
• Openness to diverse opinions and ideas.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and customer focus.
• Professionalism in challenging situations.