Trim Production Supervisor | Lead People & Process

Ford-Motor-Company; Wayne (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Drug coverage

Vehicle discount program

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Ford Motor Company is seeking a seasoned Production Supervisor to lead multiple shifts in a manufacturing plant in Michigan. You will own department scorecards, drive the Ford Production System, and coach teams to meet cost, quality, and delivery targets.

You will supervise, mentor, and coordinate with hourly and salaried staff, plan maintenance, and support continuous improvement initiatives while fostering a respectful, high‑performing culture. Leadership and crisis management are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years of production experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 5+ years of supervisory experience.
• Strong ability to interface with plant hourly and salaried personnel and plant management.
• Demonstrated leadership and crisis management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Confirm standards are in place and ensure SQDCPME objectives.
• Coach teams and resolve abnormalities to maintain production flow.
• Plan maintenance tasks and drive continuous improvement opportunities.
• Foster effective communication and a culture of learning.
• Create a proactive, performance-driven work environment.

Skills

Production experience

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Data-driven decision making

Lean Six Sigma

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Ford Motor Company is seeking a seasoned Production Supervisor to lead multiple shifts in a manufacturing plant in Michigan. You will own department scorecards, drive the Ford Production System, and coach teams to meet cost, quality, and delivery targets.

You will supervise, mentor, and coordinate with hourly and salaried staff, plan maintenance, and support continuous improvement initiatives while fostering a respectful, high‑performing culture. Leadership and crisis management are essential.