Production Supervisor: Lead Safety & Operational Excellence

Ford-Motor-Company; Wayne (MI); On-site; USD 87,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Prescription drug coverage

Parental leave

Back-up childcare

Vehicle discount program

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays

Job summary

Ford Motor Company is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead an hourly team on the shop floor, translating strategic goals into daily execution. You will drive safety, quality, and productivity while coaching a workforce and shaping a culture of continuous improvement.

This role emphasizes data‑driven decision making, process optimization, and collaborative leadership across union partners and management. It is a full‑time on‑site position in Michigan with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent; 3–7+ years supervisory or manufacturing experience.
• Ability to work rotating shifts including nights and weekends.
• Fundamental knowledge of PLC logic and controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead a dedicated hourly team to meet production targets while maintaining safety and quality.
• Act as a champion of workplace safety and regulatory compliance.
• Drive operational excellence and own team performance and improvements.
• Prioritize tasks and allocate resources to maximize efficiency.
• Address safety and quality issues promptly with decisive action.
• Foster a servant leadership style to develop high‑performing teams.
• Utilize data to reduce downtime and defects and monitor attendance.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Manufacturing

Leadership

Lean / Six Sigma

Data-driven decisions

Problem solving

Safety leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

PLC controls

Job description

Ford Motor Company is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead an hourly team on the shop floor, translating strategic goals into daily execution. You will drive safety, quality, and productivity while coaching a workforce and shaping a culture of continuous improvement.

This role emphasizes data‑driven decision making, process optimization, and collaborative leadership across union partners and management. It is a full‑time on‑site position in Michigan with opportunities for growth.