Material Handling Supervisor — Lead Lean Ops & Safety

Ford-Motor-Company; Woodhaven (MI); On-site; USD 72,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and prescription drug

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Tuition assistance

Vehicle discount program

Job summary

Ford Motor Company in Woodhaven, MI is seeking a Material Handling Supervisor to oversee daily operations, ensuring smooth material flow from receiving to delivery while supporting Ford Production System and lean practices.

The role emphasizes coaching and developing Team Leaders and hourly staff, maintaining safety, quality, and productivity, and using data to drive continuous improvement across the facility.

Qualifications

• Leadership in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict management skills.
• Ability to coordinate with unionized hourly workforce and management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily material handling operations from receiving to delivery of finished products.
• Drive safety, quality, and productivity through standardized work and continuous improvement.
• Coach Team Leaders and Team Members to build capability and accountability.
• Monitor data, attendance, and performance to continuously reduce downtime and defects.

Skills

Team Leadership

Safety Awareness

Lean Manufacturing

Problem Solving

Communication

Union Experience

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ford Motor Company in Woodhaven, MI is seeking a Material Handling Supervisor to oversee daily operations, ensuring smooth material flow from receiving to delivery while supporting Ford Production System and lean practices.

The role emphasizes coaching and developing Team Leaders and hourly staff, maintaining safety, quality, and productivity, and using data to drive continuous improvement across the facility.