• Job Description

  Req#: 23398

  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. What will you make today?

  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...

  At Ford Motor Company, we are taking our Area Managers to the next level. This member of the plant leadership team is responsible for leading change efforts within the plant in order to meet global manufacturing standards. They will support employees by removing barriers to their success, and developing their knowledge, skills, and abilities.

  Qualifications

  You'll have...

  • Bachelor Degree in Engineering or other related field
  • 5+ years’ of experience in manufacturing

  Even better, you may have...

  • Bachelor Degree in Industrial or Electrical / Automation engineering preferred.
  • Strong analytical skills and quick decision making capability preferred
  • Team Manager experience
  • Production experience
  • Union negotiations experience
  • Strong ability to present in front of plant management
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • Excellent leadership skills with demonstrated ability to resolve diverse problems
  • Having the ability to work and multi-task in fast pace environment
  • Ability to teach Ford Production System principles
  • Competent in the use of data for decision making
  • Work well under pressure and to be able to work under crisis management when necessary
  • Ability to work and multi-task in fast paced environment
  • Strong ability to interface with plant hourly, salaried personnel and plant management
  • Computer 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 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
  • 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 a detailed look at our benefits, click here:

  2023 Ford New Hire Benefits Summary

  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.

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  Responsibilities

  What you'll do...

  • The ability to use our Factory Information System (FIS) to analyze data and drive constraint management
  • Understand our Maintenance Operating System (MOS) to drive Mean Time To Repair (MTTR)
  • Embrace technology with data at your fingertips & getting the teams to use the technology
  • Monitor and confirm that manufacturing operating system standards are being applied and adhered to throughout the area
  • Facilitate Learning Process through utilization of standard processes and tools
  • Develop, coach, and support to achieve Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, People, Maintenance and Environment (SQDCPME) objectives
  • Coach, teach, provide support (funding, resources, etc.) and feedback on resolution of abnormalities (ANDON), and validate closure of concerns
  • Drive continuous improvement on systemic abnormalities across the entire organization
  • Provide necessary resources to maintain production flow and confirm critical inputs are being performed to the acceptable standard(s)
  • Adhere to and modify Time & Data Management to promote, support, and coach a continuous improvement mindset and activities in the team
  • Evaluate and validate the effectiveness of work plans, and ensure the team is executing to meet the objectives / measurable
  • Enable a culture of learning through demonstration of effective communication skills
  • Develop 'Leaders as Teachers' at all levels. Ensure employees receive the necessary training, coaching and experiences to raise the performance level and advance the organization.
  • Develop and provide feedback for Salaried Staff professional development
  • Create a Zero Tolerance environment and reaffirm team members respect each other
  • Create a proactive performance driven culture that listens, reacts and supports (effective communication, education, listening, trust) to capture the hearts and minds of the people
  • Proactively recognize the teams accomplishments and improve morale

• About the company

  Ford is a global company with shared ideals and a deep sense of family. From our earliest days as a pioneer of modern transportation.

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