Ford Motor Company
Unit Supervisor
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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?
Product Development uses design thinking & user experience methods to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers. We bring innovative, exciting, and sustainable ideas to life. We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to advancements in autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies, and more!
Metrology Laboratory Supervisor The Metrology Laboratory Supervisor plays a vital role in Ford’s prototype and launch operations by leading a team of UAW Layout Inspectors focused on dimensional verification of both prototype and production components. This position ensures that critical measurement data is accurately captured and communicated to support engineering and manufacturing teams during early product development and launch phases.
Working closely with the New Model Product Development Center (NMPDC), the supervisor helps enable successful DCV builds and contributes to the readiness of New Product Launches across North American manufacturing sites. The role is instrumental in identifying potential dimensional issues before they impact downstream processes, thereby safeguarding product quality and ensuring alignment with Ford’s engineering standards.
Responsibilities
Lead and manage daily operations of the Metrology Laboratory.
Supervise UAW Layout Inspectors performing dimensional checks on prototype and production parts.
Ensure inspection activities meet program timing and quality standards.
Support NMPDC DCV builds and New Product Launches by identifying and resolving dimensional issues early in the development cycle.
Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and launch teams to ensure alignment on quality expectations.
Maintain calibration schedules and ensure proper functioning of metrology equipment (e.g., CMMs, layout tools).
Promote a safe, organized, and high-performance work environment.
Drive continuous improvement in inspection processes and lab efficiency.
Qualifications
Experience in dimensional inspection, metrology, or quality control.
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Familiarity with GD&T, CMM operation, and layout inspection tools.
Familiarity with Ford systems and launch processes preferred.
Prior experience with Body Exterior systems.
Prior Launch experience in Body Construction.
Experience working in a unionized environment is a plus.
Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
Benefits
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 salary grade 7.
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.
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.
About Ford 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.
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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?
Product Development uses design thinking & user experience methods to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers. We bring innovative, exciting, and sustainable ideas to life. We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to advancements in autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies, and more!
Metrology Laboratory Supervisor The Metrology Laboratory Supervisor plays a vital role in Ford’s prototype and launch operations by leading a team of UAW Layout Inspectors focused on dimensional verification of both prototype and production components. This position ensures that critical measurement data is accurately captured and communicated to support engineering and manufacturing teams during early product development and launch phases.
Working closely with the New Model Product Development Center (NMPDC), the supervisor helps enable successful DCV builds and contributes to the readiness of New Product Launches across North American manufacturing sites. The role is instrumental in identifying potential dimensional issues before they impact downstream processes, thereby safeguarding product quality and ensuring alignment with Ford’s engineering standards.
Responsibilities
Lead and manage daily operations of the Metrology Laboratory.
Supervise UAW Layout Inspectors performing dimensional checks on prototype and production parts.
Ensure inspection activities meet program timing and quality standards.
Support NMPDC DCV builds and New Product Launches by identifying and resolving dimensional issues early in the development cycle.
Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and launch teams to ensure alignment on quality expectations.
Maintain calibration schedules and ensure proper functioning of metrology equipment (e.g., CMMs, layout tools).
Promote a safe, organized, and high-performance work environment.
Drive continuous improvement in inspection processes and lab efficiency.
Qualifications
Experience in dimensional inspection, metrology, or quality control.
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Familiarity with GD&T, CMM operation, and layout inspection tools.
Familiarity with Ford systems and launch processes preferred.
Prior experience with Body Exterior systems.
Prior Launch experience in Body Construction.
Experience working in a unionized environment is a plus.
Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
Benefits
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 salary grade 7.
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.
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.
About Ford 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.
#J-18808-Ljbffr