Production Supervisor (KTP)

Ford Motor Company; Louisville (KY); Presencial; USD 84.000 - 141.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Lincoln Motor Company in Louisville seeks a Production Supervisor to lead an hourly team, translate strategic goals into daily actions, and uphold safety and quality standards. You will motivate a culture of accountability, drive performance, and foster continuous improvement across operations.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, collaboration with unions, and development of high-performing teams, with shifts including nights and weekends.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with 3–7+ years supervisory, manufacturing or related experience.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends.
• Experience with Lean / Six Sigma or MDMP is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Lead a dedicated hourly team, aligning daily execution with strategic goals.
• Champion workplace safety and enforce regulations.
• Drive production targets, improve efficiency and product quality.
• Apply bias for action to address safety and quality issues promptly.
• Develop high-performing, collaborative teams and foster growth.
• Use data to reduce downtime and defects and track attendance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to continuously improve processes.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Data-driven decision making

Conflict resolution

Educación

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

In this position... We’re looking for leaders who will lead transformation on the forefront. This isn't just a supervisory role; it's a critical leadership position where you'll have the power to shape culture, drive performance, and directly impact the quality and efficiency of our operations.

What You’ll Do

As a Production Supervisor, you are the vital link between strategic goals and daily execution. You'll be leading a dedicated hourly team, fostering an environment where they can do their best work and feel empowered.

Safety First

Act as a champion of workplace safety, proactively enforcing regulations and fostering a culture of vigilance

Driving Operational Excellence

Lead and direct a team of employees that consistently makes high-quality products and meets or exceeds production targets. You will take ownership of team performance, addressing shortcomings proactively and celebrating successes.

Strategic Focus & Problem Solving

Prioritize critical tasks and effectively allocate human resources to maximize efficiency. You will apply for a "Bias for Action," promptly and decisively addressing safety and quality issues to prevent larger problems. This includes identifying and analyzing problems, developing and implementing effective solutions, making timely and well-informed decisions, and adapting to changing circumstances.

Team Leadership & Development

Embrace a servant leadership style, focusing on building high performing, winning teams and investing in their growth. You will foster a positive and collaborative work environment, motivating your team to achieve shared goals.

Data-Driven Decision Making

Utilize data and insights to strike down downtime and quality defects, driving quantifiable improvements in efficiency and quality. This includes meticulously tracking and reporting employee time and attendance, transforming raw data into actionable intelligence for strategic decision-making and continuous improvement.

Continuous Improvement & Quality Assurance

Maintain a relentless focus on identifying and eliminating inefficiencies, improving processes, and driving innovation to enhance productivity, quality, and safety. You will be uncompromisingly committed to quality, implementing and maintaining rigorous standards, and relentlessly pursuing excellence to eliminate defects and ensure exceptional product quality.

Conflict Resolution & Interpersonal Relationships

Proactively address and mediate conflicts fairly and effectively, facilitating mutually acceptable solutions. This requires active listening, empathy, and the ability to de-escalate tense situations. You will build and maintain strong, positive working relationships with your team and all partners, including suppliers and union representatives, through transparent communication and a willingness to listen, fostering a psychologically safe environment.

Accountability & Fairness

Champion accountability, managing both your own performance and that of the hourly workforce regarding processes and standards. You will ensure accountability, play fair, and meet conflict with decisive action.

Collaboration

Actively listen to and value the perspectives of all team members and other department stakeholders. You will be a partner with team members, the union, and management to continuously improve everything.

You’ll have

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent 3–7+ years of supervisory, manufacturing, military, or other relevant experience.
• Ability to work rotating shifts/hours, including nights and weekends.

Even better, you may have

• Experience with Lean / Six Sigma methodology and / or Military Decision-Making Process (MDMP) Experience

This position is a salary grade 7 and ranges from $84,480-$141,360.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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