Production Supervisor SkillBridge Program Opportunity - Military Veterans
at Ford Motor Company
Location: Claycomo, Missouri
Program Length: 90–120 Days
Schedule: In-Person
Target MOCs: All
Eligibility Requirement: Prior leadership experience
Point of Contact: Ryan Smart, rsmart26@ford.com
About the Opportunity
Ford Motor Company is proud to participate in the Department of War SkillBridge Program, offering transitioning service members the opportunity to gain hands-on leadership experience in a world-class manufacturing environment.
This SkillBridge role is designed to translate military leadership, discipline, and accountability into civilian production supervision, supporting both career transition and long-term professional growth.
What You’ll Do
• Supervise, evaluate, and empower an hourly production workforce
• Organize workflow to meet daily safety, quality, and productivity objectives
• Ensure production lines operate safely, efficiently, and produce quality parts
• Coach standardized work and reinforce continuous improvement
• Lead through accountability and servant leadership
• Build strong working relationships with hourly employees, union partners, and management teams
Who This Role Is For
Production Supervisors at Ford are leaders who are:
• Resilient and mission-focused
• Detail-oriented and disciplined
• Ambitious and performance-driven
• Guided by integrity and accountability
Why Ford
Ford has a long-standing commitment to veterans and understands the value military leaders bring to American manufacturing. This SkillBridge opportunity provides real responsibility, on-the-job development, and a clear pathway to post-transition employment.
How to Apply
Interested service members should coordinate approval through their DoW SkillBridge office and apply via RecruitMilitary. Qualified candidates will be contacted regarding next steps.
Claycomo, MO
Ford Motor Company – Veteran Hiring & Support
Ford supports veterans. The company has a long history of backing the U.S. military, dating as far back as 1919, when Henry Ford began hiring disabled veterans returning from World War I. During World War II, Ford repurposed its facilities to make much-needed military equipment, and today Ford actively recruits veterans for career opportunities while its Veteran Network Group offers a supportive community.
Proud to Honor
You’re proud to serve. Ford is proud to honor. Ford Proud to Honor, the company’s military support initiative, raises awareness, strengthens existing programs, and creates an even more meaningful connection with service members, veterans, and their families.
Ford values veteran experience, leadership, and resilience. Veterans find meaningful work across manufacturing, engineering, technology, and business roles, backed by training, career development, and employee networks that help them thrive.
Veteran Career Programs & Support
• Veteran Careers Program – A structured registered apprenticeship that includes online learning, intensive training, and on-the-job experience at Ford-Lincoln dealerships. Eligible veterans can use GI Bill® benefits during the program.
• SkillBridge & Transition Partnerships – Ford partners with Department of Defense SkillBridge to support transitioning service members with training and civilian work experience.
• Veteran Network Group (VETNG) – An employee resource group that helps veterans connect, grow, and succeed within Ford.
Community & Military Support
Ford’s Proud to Honor initiative supports military families and partners with organizations such as Disabled American Veterans (DAV) and Blue Star Families, contributing funding, programs, and community events.
Ford continues its century-long tradition of welcoming veterans into the workforce, offering purpose-driven careers and a culture that values service, teamwork, and the future.