Team Manager- Automation Engineering

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 were all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves

As part of our Manufacturing team youll help build the worldclass stateoftheart smart vehicles were known for. In our plants around the world were constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. Youll get the satisfaction of making great products people use and love.

In this position...

Monitor and confirm that manufacturing operating system standards are being applied and adhered to throughout the area.

What youll do...

• Confirm standards are in place
• Facilitate Results Process through utilization of standard processes and tools
• Develop coach and support to achieve SQDCPME objectives
• Coach teach and feedback on resolution of abnormalities and validate closure of concerns (facilitates permanent corrective actions)
• Drive continuous improvement on systemic abnormalities to prevent reoccurrence
• Provide necessary resources to maintain production flow and confirm critical inputs are being performed to the acceptable standard(s)
• Plan maintenance tasks monitor completion and effectiveness and drive improvement and/or coaching opportunities
• Adhere to and modify Time & Data Management to promote support and coach a continuous improvement mindset and activities in the team
• Plan FTPM activities to improve area performance
• Drive the creation and coordination of work plans (downtime shutdown manage the change) and ensure the team is executing. Evaluate the effectiveness of work plans.
• Plan and implement revisions and improvements to meet the new standards as the manufacturing operating systems mature
• Enable a culture of learning through demonstration of effective communication skills
• Respect and encourage respect of all team members by my actions
• Mentor nurture develop teams to own working together modeling the Ford values and expected behaviors
• Develop and provide feedback for the Process Coach 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
• Ensure basic administrative activities are completed as required
• Support issues raised by the teams
• Plan changes to the system
• Manage changes to the system
• Communication and Recognition
• Develop highly competent and motivated people
• Create a conducive work environment for the team(s) to complete their assigned responsibilities / tasks
• Ensure completion of administrative responsibilities

Youll have...

• Education: Bachelors Degree
• Production experience
• Strong ability to interface with plant hourly salaried personnel and plant management
• Strong ability to present in front of plant management
• Ability to teach Ford Production System principles
• Union negotiations experience
• Competent in the use of data for decision making
• 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
• Need to work well under pressure and to be able to work under crisis management when necessary
• Having the ability to work and multitask in fast pace environment
• Successful candidate must be able to demonstrate leadership in One FORD (leadership) behaviors combined with outstanding interpersonal teambuilding and communication skills

Even better you may have...

• Education: Masters Degree
• Experience:
• Lead Process Coach experience
• 6sigma designation preferred
• Strong analytical skills and quick decision making capability preferred
• Microsoft Office knowledge (Word/Excel/Outlook)

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 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 rampup programs subsidized backup 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 leadership salary grade 6.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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