Material Control Supervisor

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Ford Customer Service Division is dedicated to enhancing Fords reputation as a top-tier service parts and delivery network with a focus on providing customers with a world-class experience.

In this position...

Ford Motor Company is seeking a dedicated Material Control Supervisor to join our Parts Distribution Center team in Shawnee KS. In this vital onsite role you will lead a skilled team ensuring safety protocols are rigorously followed inventory is accurately managed and orders are fulfilled efficiently and on time. Youll be at the heart of our day-to-day operations driving performance and fostering a positive work environment.

This is an onsite position that will require flexibility including the ability to work any shift including nights weekends and most holidays. Eligible for overtime pay when working holidays. There is no hybrid option for this position.

What youll do...

The primary role of a Material Control Supervisor is to oversee the day-to-day operation of a Parts Distribution Center. Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Lead and mentor a team of UAW-represented associates across key warehouse functions: Receiving Packaging Replenishment Picking and Shipping.
• Identify opportunities and implement initiatives to continuously improve our operational performance.
• Accurately track and report employee time and attendance.
• Drive results against critical objectives related to Cost Quality Safety Efficiency and Absenteeism.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders including suppliers to achieve shared goals.
• Maintain strong positive working relationships with your team and all partners ensuring fair and consistent application of our Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Champion accountability managing both your own performance and that of the hourly workforce regarding processes and standards.

Youll have...

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum 1 year of leadership experience.
• Minimum 1 year of work experience in similar roles ideally within a warehouse distribution or production setting.
• Must be willing and flexible work various shifts including nights weekends holidays and overtime as needed. Please note: this role requires flexibility with start times. Expected work hours will be 1pm - 11pm with overtime.
• Must be willing and able work onsite full-time at our facility in Shawnee KS. This is not a remote or hybrid role.
• Demonstrated strong listening collaboration and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism in difficult and high-pressure situations.
• Exceptional communication skills both written and verbal.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint Teams Outlook).

Even better you may have...

• Bachelors Degree preferred.
• Previous experience as a Warehouse Supervisor or similar position.
• Experience working in a unionized (UAW) environment.
• Prior experience in warehouse distribution or production operations.
• Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) particularly SAP/EWM.
• Familiarity with payroll systems.

Important Note on Schedule: This is a full-time onsite position. Due to the extended nature of our operations this role requires flexibility and the ability to work any shift including nights weekends and most holidays. Overtime is expected as needed and is compensated accordingly (including holiday overtime eligibility). There is absolutely no hybrid or remote work option available for this position.

You may not check every box or your experience may look a little different from what weve 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 builderor 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 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 Years Day
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

For more information on salary and benefits click here: position is a 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.

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