Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

faurecia S.A.; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvia in Columbus, Indiana is seeking a Production Supervisor to drive Quality, Cost and Delivery (QCD) performance on our automotive production lines. You will set targets, implement plans, and track results to enable continuous improvement across shifts and teams.

You will lead a team, address personnel matters, and foster development while upholding Group HSE standards and safety. You will collaborate with engineers and suppliers, investigate root causes, run problem‑solving workshops, and

Qualifications

• Associate degree or diploma in engineering with production specialization.
• 1–3 years of production experience, automotive preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and English skills.

Responsibilities

• Set targets, implement plans, and track results to drive continuous improvement.
• Lead the team in problem-solving initiatives and workshops for quality improvement.
• Manage personnel and development, ensuring safety and HSE compliance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

English proficiency

Education

Associate's degree in engineering/Production

Job description

Forvia, a sustainable mobility technology leader

We pioneer technology for mobility experience that matter to people.

Your mission, roles and responsibilities

Are you passionate about driving production performance and fostering a safe, collaborative work environment? Do you want to work for a global leader in automotive technology? If so, you might be the ideal candidate for the Production Supervisor position at Forvia.

As a Production Supervisor, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the Quality, Cost, and Delivery (QCD) performance of our designated groups. Your responsibilities will include setting targets, implementing plans, and tracking results to drive continuous improvement. You'll also lead your team in problem-solving initiatives and facilitate workshops to enhance quality improvement methods.

Your role extends beyond performance management – you'll also be responsible for handling personnel issues, ensuring proper team management, and fostering individual development within your team. Safety is paramount, and you'll work diligently to maintain compliance with Group Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) standards, intervening when necessary to mitigate risks and improve working conditions.

Your profile and competencies to succeed

Minimum education level:

• Associate's degree in engineering/Diploma, with a specialisation in Production

Professional Experience:

• 1-3 years of production experience, preferably in the automotive industry
• Team player, with strong interpersonal and communication skills

Skills and competencies:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Operational level of English

What we can do for you

• At Forvia, you will find an engaging and dynamic environment where you can contribute to the development of sustainable mobility leading technologies.
• We are the seventh-largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in more than 40 countries which makes a lot of opportunity for career development.
• We welcome energetic and agile people who can thrive in a fast-changing environment. People who share our strong values. Team players with a collaborative mindset and a passion to deliver high standards for our clients. Lifelong learners. High performers. Globally minded people who aspire to work in a transforming industry, where excellence, speed, and quality count.
• We cultivate a learning environment, dedicating tools and resources to ensure we remain at the forefront of mobility. Our people enjoy an average of more than 22 hours of online and in-person training within FORVIA University (five campuses around the world)
• We offer a multicultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration. We believe that diversity is a strength. To create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity create real value for the company, we have adopted gender diversity targets and inclusion action plans.
• Achieving CO2 Net Zero as a pioneer of the automotive industry is a priority: In June 2022, Forvia became the first global automotive group to be certified with the new SBTI Net-Zero Standard (the most ambitious standard of SBTi), aligned with the ambition of the 2015 Paris Agreement of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Three principles guide our action: use less, use better and use longer, with a focus on recyclability and circular economy.

Why join us

FORVIA is an automotive technology group at the heart of smarter and more sustainable mobility. We bring together expertise in electronics, clean mobility, lighting, interiors, and lifecycle solutions to drive change in the automotive industry.

With a history stretching back more than a century, we are the 7th largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in 43 countries. You'll find our technology in around 1 out of 2 vehicles produced anywhere in the world.

In June 2022, we became the 1st global automotive group to be certified with the SBTI Net-Zero Standard. We have committed to reach CO2 Net Zero by no later than 2045.