Production Supervisor (KTP)

Ford Motor Company•Louisville, KY

3d•$84,480 - $141,360•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Supervisor is a key leader who connects strategic goals with daily execution. The role leads an hourly team, shapes workplace culture, drives performance, and directly influences operational quality and efficiency. The supervisor fosters a safe, collaborative environment where employees are empowered to do their best work, while maintaining accountability and fair standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
3–7+ years of supervisory, manufacturing, military, or other relevant experience.
Ability to work rotating shifts and hours, including nights and weekends.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; employment eligibility verification is required at hire.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Champion workplace safety by proactively enforcing regulations and fostering a culture of vigilance.
Lead and direct employees to produce high-quality products and meet or exceed production targets; take ownership of team performance, address shortcomings, and recognize successes.
Prioritize tasks and allocate human resources to maximize efficiency; identify and analyze problems, implement solutions, make timely decisions, and adapt to changing circumstances, especially regarding safety and quality issues.
Build high-performing teams through servant leadership, employee development, motivation, and a positive, collaborative work environment.
Use data and insights to reduce downtime and quality defects, improve efficiency and quality, and track and report employee time and attendance.
Identify and eliminate inefficiencies, improve processes, drive innovation, and maintain rigorous quality standards to eliminate defects and ensure product quality.
Address and mediate conflicts fairly, using active listening and empathy to de-escalate tense situations and facilitate mutually acceptable solutions.
Build positive working relationships with team members, suppliers, union representatives, and other partners through transparent communication and listening.
Promote accountability for personal and hourly workforce performance against processes and standards, and respond decisively to conflict.
Collaborate with team members, the union, management, and other department stakeholders to support continuous improvement.