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Ford Motor Company

Maintenance Supervisor

Dearborn, MI · On-site

$84K - $141K/yr

Maintenance Supervisor We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every ... At Ford, we're all a part of something bigger than ourselves. What will you make today? As part of ...

Ford Motor Company

Maintenance Supervisor

Dearborn, MI · On-site

$84K - $141K/yr

Maintenance Supervisor We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every ... At Ford, we're all a part of something bigger than ourselves. What will you make today? As part of ...

Ford Motor Company

Maintenance Supervisor

Dearborn, MI

$84K - $141K/yr

Maintenance Supervisor We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every ... At Ford, we're all a part of something bigger than ourselves. What will you make today? As part of ...

Ford Motor Company

Maintenance Supervisor

Wayne, MI · On-site

$86K - $144K/yr

At Ford, we're all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the ... This isn't just a supervisory role; it's a critical leadership position where you'll have the power ...

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How much do ford supervisor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for ford supervisor in Michigan is $26.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.85 and $31.83 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Ford supervisor?

Ford Supervisors are management professionals responsible for overseeing teams and operations within Ford Motor Company’s manufacturing plants, offices, or service centers. They ensure that production goals, quality standards, and safety protocols are met while supporting and guiding employees. Ford Supervisors also coordinate schedules, monitor performance, and help resolve workplace issues. Their role is essential in maintaining efficient and effective operations within the company.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Ford supervisor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Ford Supervisor, you need strong leadership abilities, knowledge of manufacturing processes, and experience in automotive production, often supported by a relevant degree or technical background. Familiarity with Ford Production System (FPS), lean manufacturing tools, and safety compliance systems is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and team-building skills help foster a productive and safe work environment. These competencies ensure efficient operations, high-quality output, and effective team management in a demanding automotive manufacturing setting.

How does a Ford supervisor typically collaborate with production team members to ensure smooth operations?

As a Ford Supervisor, you'll work closely with production line workers, quality assurance teams, and maintenance staff to coordinate daily activities and quickly address any issues that arise. Collaboration is key—supervisors hold regular meetings to communicate goals, share updates, and listen to team feedback. You’ll also partner with upper management to implement process improvements and ensure safety and quality standards are met. This teamwork helps maintain efficiency and fosters a positive, productive work environment.

What is the difference between Ford Supervisor vs Ford Technician?

AspectFord Supervisor
CertificationsTypically requires management or supervisory certifications, along with automotive knowledge
Work EnvironmentOversees team operations in a dealership or service center
ResponsibilitiesSupervises staff, manages workflow, ensures customer satisfaction

The Ford Supervisor primarily manages and oversees the service team, focusing on operations and customer service, while the Ford Technician performs hands-on repairs and maintenance. Both roles require automotive knowledge, but the supervisor emphasizes leadership and coordination, whereas the technician emphasizes technical skills.

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Infographic showing various Ford Supervisor job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 3% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,562 per year, or $26.7 per hour.

Ford Racing Body Engineering Supervisor

Ford Motor Company

Allen Park, MI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 27 days ago

Job description


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.
Racing is where our story began.
In 1901, Henry Ford climbed into a car he built himself-"Sweepstakes"-and beat America's most famous driver. He wasn't a racer, but he had to win. He did. Ford Motor Company was born from that victory.
That fighting spirit lives on in Ford Racing today. We're the engineers, strategists, and competitors who bring Ford's track-tested edge into every vehicle we build. Every track, every stage, every proving ground-that's where we prove ourselves.
The result: one of the world's most iconic brands, legendary nameplates, and a team unmatched in the industry.
Our mantra: Race to win, engineer to lead.
If you're a competitor, innovator, or performance obsessive, Ford Racing is where you belong. Help us write the next chapter.
In this position...
  • You are a Body Structures & Vehicle Exterior Leader as a subject matter expert set to deliver the most cutting edge design and push the limits of innovation at Ford Racing to deliver the next generation vehicles our customers love!
  • You are expected to be a flexible leader who can balance multiple activities in rapidly changing environment to guide your team through the full engineering development cycle from Pre-program through Launch on an excited new program for Ford Racing!
  • You and your team own the development, authorship, sign-off and maintenance of all foundational engineering decisions from Body structures through exterior ornamentation.
  • You will be building a team to deliver high-quality, low-investment solutions leaning on and working with technical experts in the company to bring new technologies for this exciting new product for Ford Motor Company and Ford Racing to support future architectures.

Responsibilities
What you'll do...
  • Guide and mentor your team of engineers & subject matter experts (SMEs) to drive speed and innovation to this new product for Ford Racing
  • Ideate with cross-functional engineers, designers/studio, and other teams in creating new solutions for Ford Racing on this and future applications
  • Lead cross-functional team to innovate, develop and deliver new / strategic designs, leveraging CAE and benchmarking our competition to be industry leading
  • Close cooperation with CAE-team in refinement of simulation and correlation methods
  • Optimize the concepts and designs with analytical and physical assessments (including generative design tools), ensuring conformation to federal regulations governing assigned systems
  • Develop, study and implement novel construction techniques and drive them to production feasibility
  • Create component and subsystem design verification plans and test methods
  • Enable effective communications with Vehicle Architecture, Advanced Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supplier activities to deliver optimal design solutions
  • Support presentations of concepts and status to senior management and internally to company personnel
  • Lead the Body Exterior design, development, engineering, validation, and certification on a subset of Ford Racing Production vehicles
  • Lead the total Body Exterior system integration and program delivery of Quality, Cost, Weight, Function and Timing (QCWFT)
  • Lead FSS (Full Service Suppliers) and/or other internal/external resources to deliver subject programs
  • Lead development of component & system designs that support vehicle performance targets (key systems include hood, fenders, bumper fascias FR/RR, grilles, vents, splitters, spoilers, ducts, belly pan/diffusers)
  • Assure conformance to the Ford Racing DNA all applicable Ford & regulatory requirements
  • Develop innovative solutions for performance vehicles

Qualifications
You'll have...
  • B.S. in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related physical science field of study
  • 10+ years as a Body Exterior Design and Release Engineer or similar experience
  • 6+ years' experience with job responsibilities specific to Body Structures and/or Exterior Ornamentation (Metal stamping, exterior panels, grilles, etc.)
  • Demonstrated expert level knowledge of products and supply base, including stampings, assembly, extrusions, castings, joining and regulatory items
  • Demonstrated expert level BIW attribute delivery including: Safety, Durability, Corrosion, NVH, TASE, BIW Requirements and others
  • Experience in all program phases from Pre-Program through Launch including one major (scale 4-6) program
  • Working knowledge of applicable Design, Analysis, Verification, Quality, Manufacturing, and Assembly methods
  • Working knowledge and experience with Engineering toolset - FEDE, CAE / CATIA, TCE, 3DX
  • Excellent written / verbal communication skills
  • Demonstrated track record of strong leadership behaviors
  • Excellent problem solving skills
  • Demonstrated capability to teach / coach / mentor and document technical knowledge
  • Self-starter - ability to work effectively with little oversight

Even better, you may have...
  • M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering or a related physical science field of study
  • Experience presenting at Technical Conferences and Publishing Technical Papers
  • Patents / Invention, Defensive Disclosures / Trade Secrets and/or Technical Publications
  • Experience with Advanced Technology development (GTDS) - particularly advancing mixed material system solutions
  • Experience with GPDS and GTDS processes, timing and delivery requirements
  • Experience writing DFMEA's, SCCAF's, Engineering Specifications, Requirements, Design Rules or equivalent Core documents
  • Multiple automotive launches

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 leadership level 6 and ranges from $115,500-$218,100.
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/LL6
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.
This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid
#FR1 #LI-MK2
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About Ford

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At Ford Motor Company, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career and help us define tomorrow's transportation.

Industry

Civil engineering construction

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Doral, FL, US

Year founded

1982

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