Production Lead: Lean, Safety & Team Coach

Ford; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 87,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Ford in Dearborn, MI is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead a unionized hourly team, prioritize safety and quality, and drive daily execution aligned with strategic goals. The role requires strong leadership and a focus on process improvement to meet production targets.

You will manage material flow, coach supervisors, and apply data-driven decisions to improve efficiency and product quality in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial operations, Transportation & Logistics, Supply Chain Management & Information Systems, Applied Engineering Science, Packaging Engineering, or Business Mgmt. preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a dedicated hourly team, driving safety, quality, and efficiency in operations.
• Ensure proper material handling from receiving through production line to customers.
• Coach and manage unionized hourly personnel across shift patterns.
• Champion continuous improvement and lean manufacturing practices to reduce downtime and defects.
• Utilize data to monitor attendance, performance, and operational metrics for decisions.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Safety focus

Continuous improvement

Data-driven decisions

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Ford in Dearborn, MI is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead a unionized hourly team, prioritize safety and quality, and drive daily execution aligned with strategic goals. The role requires strong leadership and a focus on process improvement to meet production targets.

You will manage material flow, coach supervisors, and apply data-driven decisions to improve efficiency and product quality in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.