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, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves? 

As part of our Manufacturing team, you’ll help build the world-class, state-of-the-art smart vehicles we're known for. In our plants around the world, we’re constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. You'll get the satisfaction of making great products people use and love.

In this position......

As a VIS Supervisor in Final Assembly, you will lead a talented team of engineers, guiding your team in the application of final assembly tooling to ensure our tier 1 suppliers are adhering to GVOSS with final assembly tooling throughout design & build. This role is perfect for a proven leader who thrives on solving complex challenges, developing team members, and driving continuous improvement in a dynamic manufacturing environment as well as supplier management and supplier relations. Eloping new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. You'll get the satisfaction of making great products people use and love.

You'll have…

B.S. Engineering- Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience in similar or related field.   8-10 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering  Supplier relationship management  Proven ability to manage multiple projects  Experience leading, mentoring, and developing engineering teams. Proficiency in leveraging Virtual Manufacturing tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Team Center, Vis mockup) for advanced analysis and process optimization. Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills  Ability to travel to supplier base within greater Detroit area

 

Even better, you may have...

Vehicle development processes  Proficiency with GVOSS Leading a diverse team Automotive manufacturing and launch processes Leading capital projects

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 coverage

• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care 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 Year’s Day

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

 

This position is a leadership level 6.

For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSRSP1

 

Visa 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 status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.

Onsite work of up to four days per week may be required for candidates within commuting distance of a Ford hub location. #LI-Onsite    #LI-PS2
 

What you'll do...

 Manage tier 1 tooling supplier compliance to GVOSS  Co-lead tooling buyoffs with M&E team and Tier 1s Manage supplier relations and expectations once awarded project with Ford Facilitate any necessary improvements between Ford and Teir 1 supplier partnerships Drive standardization for Final Assembly Tooling Ensure the "Lessons Learned" loop from implementation back to core is being realized with the tooling supplier baseTeam Leadership & Development: Provide leadership, mentorship, and technical guidance to a team of manufacturing engineers, fostering a culture of high performance, collaboration, and continuous learning.