Area Manager - Sterling Heights, MI
Area Manager - Sterling Heights, MI
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Job Description
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS- Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available toVeterans Transitioning Military National Guard and Reserve Members Military Spouses Wounded Warriors and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set education requirements and experience please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise this role is On-Site at the location detailed in the job post.
Job Description
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 world-class state-of-the-art 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...
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.
Responsibilities
What youll do...
Demonstrates empathy and Gemba engaging regularly with employees in the production environment to listen and problem solve
Utilize lean manufacturing principles and processes to global manufacturing standards
Leverage performance data for strategic insights to predict early warning indicators identify opportunities make decisions and deliver solutions
Achieving Business results by Leading the development and delivery of KPIs ensuring Department objectives support the business objectives
Ensure stability within their 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 improvement
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.
Participates in talent strategies to develop high performing diverse talent and teams to ensure the highest levels of engagement and retention.
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Qualifications
Youll have...
Education: Associates degree or equivalent experience in an engineering or technical field
Experience:
4 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: Bachelors degree in an engineering or technical field
Experience:
Operational experience leading manufacturing processes across multiple areas (body paint final assembly etc.)
Lean / Six Sigma certification or demonstrated equivalent experience applying lean manufacturing principles and standardized work.
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 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 ramp-up programs subsidized back-up 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.
Job Description
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 world-class state-of-the-art 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...
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.
Responsibilities
What youll do...
Demonstrates empathy and Gemba engaging regularly with employees in the production environment to listen and problem solve
Utilize lean manufacturing principles and processes to global manufacturing standards
Leverage performance data for strategic insights to predict early warning indicators identify opportunities make decisions and deliver solutions
Achieving Business results by Leading the development and delivery of KPIs ensuring Department objectives support the business objectives
Ensure stability within their 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 improvement
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.
Participates in talent strategies to develop high performing diverse talent and teams to ensure the highest levels of engagement and retention.
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Qualifications
Youll have...
Education: Associates degree or equivalent experience in an engineering or technical field
Experience:
4 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: Bachelors degree in an engineering or technical field
Experience:
Operational experience leading manufacturing processes across multiple areas (body paint final assembly etc.)
Lean / Six Sigma certification or demonstrated equivalent experience applying lean manufacturing principles and standardized work.
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 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 ramp-up programs subsidized back-up 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.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
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