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At Ford, you’ll work on ideas that matter, alongside passionate people who want to make a global impact. Together, we’re shaping the next era of transportation—grounded in purpose, driven by progress. Make your move.
- Job Type: Full time
- Work Type: On-site
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.
As part of our Manufacturing team, you’ll help build the world-class, state-of-the-art smart vehicles we're known for. In our plants around the world, we’re constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. You'll get the satisfaction of making great products people use and love.
In this position...
Ford's Powertrain Manufacturing Engineering (PTME) team is looking for a dynamic Assembly Supervisor to lead engineering teams delivering next-generation Engine, Transmission, and Axle programs across North America. You'll drive program launches from concept to implementation, partnering with Manufacturing Strategy, Product Engineering, and Suppliers to ensure top-tier quality, cost, and timing. Through Failure Mode Avoidance, automation initiatives like cobots and AMRs, and Kaizen events, you'll champion engineering excellence and continuous improvement on the plant floor. Beyond technical delivery, you'll coach and mentor your team, fostering a safe and high-performing culture. This is an exciting opportunity for a manufacturing engineering self-starter ready to shape the future of Ford's powertrain operations.
What you'll do...
Team Leadership & Program Delivery
- Lead an engineering team to design, build and implement future model powertrain programs to our North American manufacturing facilities for Engine, Transmission and Axle products
- Lead and support your engineering team in planning for and meeting program delivery timing ensuring robust and quality driven equipment installation and readiness
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Strategic Planning
- Work with Manufacturing Strategy (MSAP) on cost study responses, manufacturing assessments and implementation planning to meet investment and timing requirements
- Collaborate with Product Engineering to ensure Design for Manufacturing and production feasibility
- Partner with Purchasing and OEM Suppliers for competitive pricing, robust processes and innovation
Operational Support & Issue Resolution
- Support plant operations teams to address Quality High Hurts, obsolescence and Critical Asset Failure Mitigation (CAFM) projects
Standards, Compliance & Process Governance
- Ensure processes, facilities, equipment, and tooling are provided for new programs in accordance with published Powertrain Standards, Strategies, Bill of Process (BOP), Procedures and Guidelines, and Global Product Development System (GPDS) requirements.
- Develop, maintain and continuously improve Powertrain BoP Standards
Engineering Excellence & Quality Systems
- Drive Simultaneous Engineering activities, cost studies and investment efficiency activities to meet targets
- Deliver Quality Operating System (QOS) requirements through Failure Mode Avoidance, Dynamic Control Planning, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (e.g. FMA, DCP, FMEAs, SCCAF etc.)
Automation & Continuous Improvement
- Develop workplans for assembly automation projects (e.g. cobots, AMR)
- Utilize Lessons Learned / Continuous Improvement Process
- Provide plant assistance for ongoing Kaizen events and extraordinary quality/downtime challenges
People Management & Talent Development
- Perform supervisory duties (objectives, check-ins, performance reviews, travel requests, timecard approvals, compensation planning) for all personnel assigned
- Assess employee competencies and support Individual Development Plans; support employee growth through training classes and development assignments
- Direct, mentor and develop your team in their personal and professional growth, providing actionable feedback and recognizing achievements, ensuring a safe and continuous learning environment.
You'll have...
Education & Technical Experience
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering
- 10 years of manufacturing experience in Assembly process engineering and New Programs / Launches (Engine, Transmission, Power Unit, Axle)
Leadership & Interpersonal Skills
- Demonstrate leadership in Ford OS Behaviors combined with outstanding interpersonal, teambuilding and communication skills
- Must be a self-starter and self-directed
Adaptability & Organizational Effectiveness
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to remain resilient in times of ambiguity and change
Work Flexibility & Mobility
- Flexible work locations with ability to travel within the US, Canada and Mexico based on business needs
Even better, you may have...
Technical & Functional Experience
- Experience in Engine Assembly
- Experience participating in or contributing to process improvement, standardization, or organizational change initiatives
Team Leadership & Collaboration
- Proven ability to lead diverse, high functioning teams
- Servant leadership mentality
- Proven ability to build strong partnerships and work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders, such as plant teams, engineering peers, and global functional teams
Results & Problem-Solving Orientation
- Proven record of customer focused work and results
- Proven ability to identify, analyze assembly issues and develop solutions within a high functioning team (strong problem-solving skills)
Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement Mindset
- Foundational understanding of FPS (Ford Production System) or equivalent Lean Operating Systems, with a desire to further develop these skills
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.
Visa sponsorship is 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
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Overview
At Ford, you’ll work on ideas that matter, alongside passionate people who want to make a global impact. Together, we’re shaping the next era of transportation—grounded in purpose, driven by progress. Make your move.
- Job Type: Full time
- Work Type: On-site
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.
As part of our Manufacturing team, you’ll help build the world-class, state-of-the-art smart vehicles we're known for. In our plants around the world, we’re constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. You'll get the satisfaction of making great products people use and love.
In this position...
Ford's Powertrain Manufacturing Engineering (PTME) team is looking for a dynamic Assembly Supervisor to lead engineering teams delivering next-generation Engine, Transmission, and Axle programs across North America. You'll drive program launches from concept to implementation, partnering with Manufacturing Strategy, Product Engineering, and Suppliers to ensure top-tier quality, cost, and timing. Through Failure Mode Avoidance, automation initiatives like cobots and AMRs, and Kaizen events, you'll champion engineering excellence and continuous improvement on the plant floor. Beyond technical delivery, you'll coach and mentor your team, fostering a safe and high-performing culture. This is an exciting opportunity for a manufacturing engineering self-starter ready to shape the future of Ford's powertrain operations.
What you'll do...
Team Leadership & Program Delivery
- Lead an engineering team to design, build and implement future model powertrain programs to our North American manufacturing facilities for Engine, Transmission and Axle products
- Lead and support your engineering team in planning for and meeting program delivery timing ensuring robust and quality driven equipment installation and readiness
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Strategic Planning
- Work with Manufacturing Strategy (MSAP) on cost study responses, manufacturing assessments and implementation planning to meet investment and timing requirements
- Collaborate with Product Engineering to ensure Design for Manufacturing and production feasibility
- Partner with Purchasing and OEM Suppliers for competitive pricing, robust processes and innovation
Operational Support & Issue Resolution
- Support plant operations teams to address Quality High Hurts, obsolescence and Critical Asset Failure Mitigation (CAFM) projects
Standards, Compliance & Process Governance
- Ensure processes, facilities, equipment, and tooling are provided for new programs in accordance with published Powertrain Standards, Strategies, Bill of Process (BOP), Procedures and Guidelines, and Global Product Development System (GPDS) requirements.
- Develop, maintain and continuously improve Powertrain BoP Standards
Engineering Excellence & Quality Systems
- Drive Simultaneous Engineering activities, cost studies and investment efficiency activities to meet targets
- Deliver Quality Operating System (QOS) requirements through Failure Mode Avoidance, Dynamic Control Planning, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (e.g. FMA, DCP, FMEAs, SCCAF etc.)
Automation & Continuous Improvement
- Develop workplans for assembly automation projects (e.g. cobots, AMR)
- Utilize Lessons Learned / Continuous Improvement Process
- Provide plant assistance for ongoing Kaizen events and extraordinary quality/downtime challenges
People Management & Talent Development
- Perform supervisory duties (objectives, check-ins, performance reviews, travel requests, timecard approvals, compensation planning) for all personnel assigned
- Assess employee competencies and support Individual Development Plans; support employee growth through training classes and development assignments
- Direct, mentor and develop your team in their personal and professional growth, providing actionable feedback and recognizing achievements, ensuring a safe and continuous learning environment.
You'll have...
Education & Technical Experience
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering
- 10 years of manufacturing experience in Assembly process engineering and New Programs / Launches (Engine, Transmission, Power Unit, Axle)
Leadership & Interpersonal Skills
- Demonstrate leadership in Ford OS Behaviors combined with outstanding interpersonal, teambuilding and communication skills
- Must be a self-starter and self-directed
Adaptability & Organizational Effectiveness
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to remain resilient in times of ambiguity and change
Work Flexibility & Mobility
- Flexible work locations with ability to travel within the US, Canada and Mexico based on business needs
Even better, you may have...
Technical & Functional Experience
- Experience in Engine Assembly
- Experience participating in or contributing to process improvement, standardization, or organizational change initiatives
Team Leadership & Collaboration
- Proven ability to lead diverse, high functioning teams
- Servant leadership mentality
- Proven ability to build strong partnerships and work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders, such as plant teams, engineering peers, and global functional teams
Results & Problem-Solving Orientation
- Proven record of customer focused work and results
- Proven ability to identify, analyze assembly issues and develop solutions within a high functioning team (strong problem-solving skills)
Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement Mindset
- Foundational understanding of FPS (Ford Production System) or equivalent Lean Operating Systems, with a desire to further develop these skills
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.
Visa sponsorship is 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
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Verify your degree matches the role
H-1B eligibility for Assembly Technician roles hinges on specialty occupation status. Pull the O*NET profile for your target job title and confirm the listed education requirement is a specific technical degree, not a general bachelor's or equivalent experience.
Target manufacturers enrolled in E-Verify
E-Verify enrollment is required for STEM OPT employers and signals visa-sponsorship readiness in manufacturing. Filter your employer search to E-Verify participants in aerospace, medical device, and industrial automation sectors where H-1B filings for technician roles are most common.
Check prevailing wage before applying
Your offered wage must meet the DOL prevailing wage for your specific occupation and work location. Run the OFLC Wage Search using the Assembly Technician SOC code before your first interview so you can flag underpaying offers before they reach the LCA stage.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Find Assembly Technician roles at employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history using Migrate Mate. Filter by occupation code to see which manufacturers have sponsored this specific role, not just any H-1B position, before you apply.
Ask about cap-exempt employer status early
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and affiliated government entities are cap-exempt, meaning your H-1B petition skips the lottery entirely. Assembly Technician roles at research labs or university engineering departments are a legitimate path that most candidates overlook.
Confirm filing timeline before accepting an offer
Cap-subject H-1B petitions must be filed for an October 1 start date, with USCIS registration opening each March. If you receive an offer outside that window, negotiate a start date that aligns with the next fiscal year or ask whether the employer will use premium processing.
H-1B Visa Assembly Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Assembly Technician role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. USCIS requires that the role normally requires a bachelor's degree in a specific technical field, such as mechanical engineering or manufacturing technology. A generic Assembly Technician posting that lists a degree as preferred rather than required may not qualify. Roles in aerospace, medical devices, or advanced electronics are more likely to meet the threshold because the complexity of the work supports a specific degree requirement.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for Assembly Technician roles?
Aerospace and defense manufacturers, medical device companies, semiconductor fabricators, and industrial robotics firms are the most active H-1B sponsors for Assembly Technician positions. These sectors hire for roles that require precision, specialized technical training, and often a degree in engineering or a related discipline. You can identify specific employers with LCA filing history for this occupation by searching on Migrate Mate, filtered by SOC code.
Can I switch Assembly Technician employers while on an H-1B?
Yes, H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer as soon as the new petition is filed, provided your original H-1B has been approved for at least 180 days and the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification. Your new employer must file a new I-129 petition with USCIS. You don't need to wait for approval before starting, but the new petition must be pending.
What documents does my employer need to file an H-1B for an Assembly Technician position?
Your employer needs a certified Labor Condition Application from DOL before filing the I-129 petition with USCIS. Supporting documents typically include a job description that demonstrates specialty occupation requirements, your academic credentials or degree equivalency evaluation, and evidence that the offered wage meets the DOL prevailing wage for the role and location. If your degree is from outside the U.S., a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization is standard.
What happens to my H-1B status if I'm laid off from an Assembly Technician role?
USCIS provides a 60-day grace period after involuntary termination, during which you remain in valid H-1B status and can pursue a new employer sponsorship or change of status. If a new employer files an H-1B transfer petition before the grace period ends, you can continue working under portability rules. Acting within the first 30 days gives you more buffer to handle any filing delays.