We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Production Control Team Manager to lead and develop a team responsible for the efficient planning, scheduling, and execution of production operations. **In this position...** The successful candidate will possess a strong understanding of supply chain management principles, production scheduling techniques, and inventory control best practices. This role requires a data-driven approach, excellent communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. 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. **What you'll do…** + **Team Leadership & Development:** Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of production control specialists, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment. This includes setting clear goals, providing regular feedback, and identifying training and development opportunities. + **Production Planning & Scheduling:** Develop and implement production schedules that optimize resource utilization, minimize lead times, and meet customer demand. This includes capacity planning, material requirements planning (MRP), and shop floor control. + **Inventory Management:** Oversee inventory control processes to ensure optimal stock levels, minimizing storage costs and preventing stockouts or excess inventory. This involves implementing and monitoring inventory control systems, conducting cycle counts, and analyzing inventory data. + **Supply Chain Management:** Collaborate with procurement and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and components. Monitor supplier performance and identify potential supply chain risks. + **Performance Monitoring & Improvement:** Track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to production efficiency, on-time delivery, and inventory levels. Identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions to enhance operational performance. + **Data Analysis & Reporting:** Analyze production data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and opportunities for optimization. Prepare regular reports on production performance and communicate findings to management. + **Continuous Improvement:** Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives, such as Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma, to enhance efficiency and reduce waste. + **Budget Management:** Assist in developing and managing the department's budget, ensuring cost-effective operations. + **Problem Solving:** Effectively troubleshoot production issues, identify root causes, and implement solutions to minimize disruptions and downtime. **You'll have...** + High School Diploma or GED + 3+ years of experience in production control, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or team lead role. + Proven experience in production planning and scheduling, using tools such as MRP or ERP systems. + Strong understanding of inventory management principles and techniques. + Experience with supply chain management processes, including procurement and supplier management. + Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and ERP/MRP systems. + Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. + Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. + Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. **Even better, you may have…** + Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field. + Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies. + Experience with specific ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Infor). 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 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 Year’s Day + Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time. **For more information on salary and benefits, click here:** https://fordcareers.co/LL6NonHTHD (https://urldefense.com/v3/\_\_https:/fordcareers.co/LL6NonHTHD\_\_;!!N\_LtwI-RPugbI9wg0dJn!B5v\_3dC4TrkBVAk7cbE8Dd7rYJP8k8wbSfLhclKreZVTnmF7dGZg4X9d9OF4DXrmBo9RvF3l6CEh8UI$) This position is a leadership salary grade 6. 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 committed to a culturally diverse workforce. 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-SB7 **Requisition ID** : 41464