Lead Sheet Metal Supervisor

Description

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford were all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves

Ford Customer Service Division is dedicated to enhancing Fords reputation as a top-tier service parts and delivery network with a focus on providing customers with a world-class experience.

In this position...
Were looking for leaders who will lead transformation on the forefront. This isnt just a supervisory role; its a critical leadership position where youll have the power to shape culture drive performance and directly impact the quality and efficiency of our operations.

In this vital onsite role you will lead a skilled team ensuring safety protocols are rigorously followed inventory is accurately managed and orders are fulfilled efficiently and on time. Youll be at the heart of our day-to-day operations driving performance and fostering a positive work environment.

Responsibilities

As a Lead Sheet Metal Supervisor you are the vital link between strategic goals and daily execution. Youll be leading a dedicated hourly team fostering an environment where they can their best work and feel responsibilities will include but not limited to:

Lead a team responsible forreceivingpackagingreplenishmentpicking andshipping. Deliverobjectivesrelated to Cost Quality Safety Delivery Maintenance and People.

Safety First: Act as a champion of workplace safety proactively enforcing regulations and fostering a culture of vigilance

Driving Operational Excellence: Lead and direct a team of employees across various warehouse functionsthat could include receivingpackagingreplenishmentpicking andshipping ensuring the team consistently ships high-quality products and meets or exceeds production targets. You will take ownership of team performance addressing shortcomings proactively and celebratingsuccesses.

Strategic Focus & Problem Solving: Prioritize critical tasks and effectively allocate human resources to maximize will applya Bias for Action mindset promptlyand decisively addressing safety and quality issues to prevent larger problems. This includesidentifyingand analyzing problemsdevelopingand implementing effective solutions makingtimelyand well-informed decisions and adapting to changing circumstances.

Team Leadership & Development: Embrace a servant leadership style focusing on building highperforming winningteamsand investing in their growth. You will foster a positive and collaborative work environment motivating your team to achieve shared goals.

Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilizedata and insights tostrike downdowntime and quality defects driving quantifiable improvements in efficiency and quality. This includes meticulously tracking and reporting employee time and attendance transforming raw data into actionable intelligence for strategic decision-making and continuous improvement.

Continuous Improvement & Quality Assurance: Maintaina relentless focus onidentifyingandeliminatinginefficiencies improving processes and driving innovation to enhance productivity quality and safety. You will be uncompromisingly committed to quality implementing andmaintainingrigorous standards and relentlessly pursuing excellence toeliminatedefects and ensure exceptional product quality.

Conflict Resolution & Interpersonal Relationships: Proactively address and mediate conflicts fairly and effectively. This requires active listening empathy and the ability to de-escalate tense situations. You will build andmaintainstrong positive working relationships with your team and all partners including suppliers and union representatives through transparent communication and a willingness to listen fostering a safe environment.

Accountability & Fairness: Champion accountability managing both your own performance and that of the hourly workforceregardingprocesses and standards. You will ensure accountability play fair and meet conflict with decisive action.

Collaboration: Actively listen to and value the perspectives of all team members and other department stakeholders. You will be a partner with team members the union andmanagement to continuously improve everything.

Qualifications

• Youll have...

  • Bachelors degree or equivalent 37 years of supervisory manufacturing military or other relevant experience

  • Knowledge of or ability to quickly learn current systems (SAP/EWM)

• • Excellent oral and written communication skills

  • Ability to interpret data evaluate actions and reach logical conclusions independently

  • Ability to work rotating shifts/hours including nights and weekends

  • Excellent organizational skills and ability to ensure accountability from all employees

  
  Even better you may have...

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

  • Experience managing in aunionized workplaceand working with collective bargaining agreements

  • Experience in warehousing operations logistics management and supply chain coordination

  You may not check every box or your experience may look a little different from what weve 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 builderor all the above No matter what you choose we offer a work life that works for you including:

  • Immediate medical dental and prescription drug coverage

  • Flexible family care parental leave new parent ramp-up programs subsidized back-up childcare and more

  • Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement fertility treatments and more

  • Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases

  • Tuition assistance

  • Established and active employee resource groups

  • Paid time off for individual and team community service

  • A generous schedule of paid holidays including the week between Christmas and New Years Day

• • Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time

  This position is a salary grade 7 and ranges from $86600-$144900.

  For more information on salary and benefits click here: sponsorship is not available for this position.Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

  We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color age sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity disability status or protected veteran the United States if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability please call 1-.

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Required Experience:

Manager