Production Control Manager at Ford

About the RoleFord's Van Dyke Powertrain Center is seeking a results-driven Production Control Team Manager to provide direct leadership of the Production Control team, in close collaboration with Material Handling. This is a high-visibility leadership role reporting directly to the MP&L Manager, requiring strong cross-functional collaboration with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, and Purchasing.You'll have...3+ years of experience in manufacturing or MP&L Strong understanding of material flow, inventory management, and production scheduling principlesDemonstrated experience coaching Lean Manufacturing behaviors and driving process disciplineProven experience driving Lean Maturity Model progression and Continuous Improvement initiatives within a manufacturing environmentExcellent problem-solving skills with the ability to make quick, data-driven decisions under pressureStrong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to influence across all levels, including senior leadershipProficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel required); experience with ERP/MRP systems a plusEven better, you may have...Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business, Logistics, or related field (or equivalent experience)Prior leadership or supervisory experience, preferably in an automotive or high-volume manufacturing environmentExperience within a Ford or automotive powertrain/transmission manufacturing facilityFamiliarity with Ford Production System (FPS) or other Lean Manufacturing methodologiesApplied knowledge of CMMS, SAP, and OBL (Outbound Logistics)Experience managing union workforce environmentsYou 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 the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverageFlexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare 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 serviceA generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s DayPaid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.  This position is leadership level 6 and ranges from $112,680- $212,760. For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/LL6Visa 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.#LI-Onsite#LI-CA1 What you'll do...Leadership & Strategic PlanningProvide direct leadership and management of the Production Control team, while collaborating closely with Material Handling to ensure seamless material flow and production supportDevelop department objectives, Master Schedule, and Implementation RoadmapsPrioritize key issues and allocate resources accordinglyEnsure proper salaried headcount and manpower is in place to support the business needsOperating System & Business ObjectivesAssure Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, People, Maintenance, and Environment (SQDCPME) objectives and operating systems implementationEnsure compliance with material handling guidelines and regulationsOversee daily production control functions, including schedule attainment, inventory accuracy, engineering changes and launch, customer delivery performance, and material availability to support uninterrupted productionAssure Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), vehicle safety, ergonomics, housekeeping, and related practices are being planned and adhered toLean Manufacturing & Continuous ImprovementCoach and counsel lean manufacturing behaviors and instill discipline in MP&L processesDrive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and improve material flow efficiencySupply Chain & Production SupportParticipate with Supply Chain Management, scheduling, customers, and the plant when there are production-critical supply issuesDrive resolution of parts shortages, line-stoppage risks, and supplier delivery issues in real timePeople Leadership & DevelopmentRepresent MP&L employees in the local personnel development committee and ensure there is a developmental plan for MP&L employees, proper compensation planning, and performance reviews completedCoach and counsel salaried employees as requiredDevelop action plans to improve morale within the departmentMentor and support career growth of team members across the MP&L organizationFull timePosting Date: 2026-08-11