Best suited to hands-on operational leaders with supervisory experience working in automotive manufacturing.
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Original posting from Ford Motor Company
We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.
What you'll do...
Material Handling Supervisor oversees parts of the operation while driving safety, quality, delivery, and continuous improvement. The role combines workforce leadership, operational accountability, and contract-aware supervision.
Accurate Application of the Ford-UAW National and Local Contracts, Direct Supervision/training of GSR 6 supervisors. Overall Building Organization and Cleanliness, Grievance Resolution, Supervision mentoring and Willingness to Work ALL shifts as required.
Responsibilities:
Cover crews in supervisor's absenceAttend, facilitate, and submit proper documentation for crew meetingsPrepare/maintain work related records as neededSchedule workforce (including overtime and vacation)Champion and lead continuous improvement initiatives toward best in class performanceCoordinate with consumable suppliers based on releases Responsibilities include supervising, scheduling overtime and vacation, covering absent supervisors, maintaining records, resolving grievances, supporting environmental health and safety responsibilities, and coordinating suppliers. The position requires rotating hours, work between 6:00 AM and 1:30 AM, possible weekends, overtime, and dependable performance under pressure to meet dealer shipping deadlines. Building Safety, positive UAW Relationships, Error Rate, Denial Rate, Inventory Accuracy, Overtime Percentage, Absenteeism, Vacation Scheduling, Grid Time, On Time Delivery, ISO 14001 Environmental Responsibilities, LPMH, Process Adherence/Improvement, Accountability, Customer Satisfaction, Accurate Application of the Ford-UAW National
You'll have...
High school diploma or GED Self-StarterKnowledge or ability to learn current systems (SAP/EWM) Excellent oral and written communication skillsKnowledge in VAS or similar packaging systemsAbility to interpret data, evaluate actions, and reach logical conclusions independentlyGoal oriented individualHave Continuous Improvement mind setExcellent organizational skills and ability to demand accountability from all employeesOther Information: Must be able to work outside of traditional work hours.Current operational hours are from 6:00 AM until 1:30 AM (willing to work rotating work hours when required)Some weekends might be requiredMust have the ability to work overtime/adjust schedule as required, as the business dictates.Proven dependability record and successful team-oriented experience.Must have ability and experience to work in a fast paced environment and work under pressure to meet and/or exceed dealer shipping deadlines.
Even better, you may have...
Bachelor’s Degree PreferredWarehouse experience preferredPrevious UAW supervisory experience preferred
You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!
As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverageFlexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and moreFamily building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and moreVehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leasesTuition assistanceEstablished and active employee resource groupsPaid time off for individual and team community service A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
This position is a salary grade 6 and ranges from $74,300-$124,500.
Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.
For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSR
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
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Source: Ford Motor Company careers