Team Manager-Maintenance (Automation)

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?

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...

We are taking our Maintenance Superintendents to the next level. These talented employees have the title of ‘Team Manager – Maintenance’ and they are the drivers of standardization and continuous improvement in the Ford Production System.

What you'll do...

• Lead automation engineering team development and implementation of continuous improvement projects
• Manage the launch team by providing direction and leadership, prioritizing the day-to-day activities
• Develop, manage, and deliver a plant launch timing plan and deliverables
• Participate with ME and Ford Land on final layouts, detailed plans for installation or construction, execution of plans, and buy-off
• Represent the voice of the plant during launch. Keep the plant informed of the latest launch status and request launch support resources according to priorities
• Demonstrate empathy and Gemba, engaging regularly with employees in the production environment to listen and problem solve
• Utilize LEAN manufacturing principles, including Model Area implementation, and processes to global manufacturing standards
• Leverage performance data for strategic insights to predict early warning indicators, identify opportunities, make decisions, and deliver solutions
• Achieve business results by leading the development and delivery of KPI’s, ensuring Department objectives support the business objectives 
• Ensure stability within the area by focusing on inputs, processes and the required outputs
• Drive Continuous Improvement by eliminating internal roadblocks and providing the necessary resources to their teams to support problem resolution resulting in cost/quality improvements
• Collaborate with subject matter experts across functions/departments to drive innovation and deliver timely solutions 
• Lead transformation and change management efforts 
• Develop organizational capability through coaching and development of “Leaders as Teachers” at all levels of the organization. 
• Participate in talent strategies to develop high performing, diverse talent and teams, to ensure the highest levels of engagement and retention.

You'll have... 

• Education: Associate’s degree or equivalent experience in an engineering or technical field
• Experience:
  • 8+ years of progressive responsibilities and experience in operations leadership
  • Extensive experience in high-volume, complex, manufacturing environments
  • Experience successfully leading a manufacturing function and directly overseeing 50+ hourly employees at once
  • Demonstrated track record of building trust and rapport with employees and stakeholders and creating positive and healthy cultures.
  • Excellent leadership skills with demonstrated ability to resolve diverse problems
  • Strong problem solver who can lead effectively under pressure and crisis manage when necessary
  • Aspiration for continued career growth and new challenges.
• Successful candidate must be able to demonstrate leadership with outstanding interpersonal, team building, and communication skills 

Even better, you may have...

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or technical field
• Experience:
  • Operational experience leading manufacturing processes across multiple areas (stamping, body, paint, final assembly, etc.)
  • Lean / Six Sigma certification or demonstrated equivalent experience (Kaizen/GEMBA) applying lean manufacturing principles and standardized work. 
  • Demonstrated experience in Body shop area 
  • Experience working in a fast paced unionized manufacturing environment
  • Maintenance background preferred

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 skil