Production Supervisor: Lead Safety & Operational Excellence

Ford Motor Company; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 84,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Parental leave

Back-up childcare

Vehicle discount for employees

Job summary

Ford Motor Company in Lima, OH is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead an hourly team, drive safety culture, and deliver high‑quality production. You will balance strategic goals with daily execution, address safety and quality issues, and optimize staffing and workflow through data‑driven decisions.

The role emphasizes servant leadership, collaboration with unions and management, and a commitment to continuous improvement in productivity and safety.

Qualifications

• Supervisory experience in manufacturing or similar setting.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends.
• Fundamental PLC logic and controls knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead a dedicated hourly team bridging strategy and daily execution.
• Champion workplace safety and enforce regulations.
• Direct a team to meet production targets with high quality.
• Prioritize tasks, allocate resources, and drive efficiency improvements.
• Develop high performing teams and foster collaboration with stakeholders.
• Use data to reduce downtime and defects and report attendance.

Skills

Safety leadership

Team leadership

Problem solving

Data-driven decisions

Conflict resolution

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Ford Motor Company in Lima, OH is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead an hourly team, drive safety culture, and deliver high‑quality production. You will balance strategic goals with daily execution, address safety and quality issues, and optimize staffing and workflow through data‑driven decisions.

The role emphasizes servant leadership, collaboration with unions and management, and a commitment to continuous improvement in productivity and safety.