Manufacturing Program Manager - Dearborn, MI
Manufacturing Program Manager - Dearborn, MI
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Job Description
The Manufacturing Program Manager is responsible for End-to-End Manufacturing Engineering Leadership of a Vehicle Line at Ford Motor Company. The role leads a multi-functional team (Stamping Body Paint Final Assembly) from Architecture Development through Launch at the Assembly Plant Location(s). Early in the Product Development phases the position implements Manufacturing requirements into the Architecture selection process that enable Design for Manufacturing. Virtual Manufacturing tools are then used to deliver Product/Process compatibility and early validation of robust and efficient designs of Product Tooling and Facilities. At physical build stage the role leads the Manufacturing Engineering team during prototype builds at our Pilot Facility and then transitions to Launch at the Production Assembly Plant(s). The Manufacturing Program Manager is responsible for delivering all Manufacturing Engineering requirements on-time while meeting Safety Quality Cost and Delivery objectives.
Responsibilities
What youll do:
Drive Manufacturing Requirements into Vehicle Architecture Development Process
Analyze Manufacturing Key Process Indicators (KPIs) and implement corrective actions to deliver Business Objectives
Develop and Execute Strategies for improving Manufacturing Productivity and Quality
Drive adoption of New Technologies and Advanced Manufacturing methods
Utilize Manufacturing Knowledge to Identify potential risks and implement preventive measures
Provide Team Leadership in addressing Technical Challenges
Collaborate with cross-functional activities (Product Development Purchasing Marketing Studio and Assembly Plant) to ensure Quality of Manufacturability and Cost-Effective Production Methods
Implement Virtual Manufacturing Tool Set
Meet Program Financial Targets for Facility Tooling and Labor
Lead all phases of New Model Product Launch at Assembly Plant(s) including Tooling and Facility Installations
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
5 years of leadership experience in Manufacturing Engineering
Strong Project Management skills and result-oriented mindset
Proven ability to inspire and lead cross-functional teams
Experience leading Project from Concept to Manufacturing
Deep understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles
Ability to set long term goals and implement Manufacturing Strategies
Experience in Cost Control and Resource allocation to maximize efficiency
Demonstrated ability to analyze complex issues identify root causes and implement corrective actions
Experience leveraging Virtual Manufacturing tools
Strong communication skills
Implementation of Failure Mode Avoidance principles and Quality Improvement actions
Ability to travel heavily for future launch program purposes (up to 50%)
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 of the above No matter what you choose we offer a work life that works for you including:
Immediate medical dental vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days paid 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
The Manufacturing Program Manager is responsible for End-to-End Manufacturing Engineering Leadership of a Vehicle Line at Ford Motor Company. The role leads a multi-functional team (Stamping Body Paint Final Assembly) from Architecture Development through Launch at the Assembly Plant Location(s). Early in the Product Development phases the position implements Manufacturing requirements into the Architecture selection process that enable Design for Manufacturing. Virtual Manufacturing tools are then used to deliver Product/Process compatibility and early validation of robust and efficient designs of Product Tooling and Facilities. At physical build stage the role leads the Manufacturing Engineering team during prototype builds at our Pilot Facility and then transitions to Launch at the Production Assembly Plant(s). The Manufacturing Program Manager is responsible for delivering all Manufacturing Engineering requirements on-time while meeting Safety Quality Cost and Delivery objectives.
Responsibilities
What youll do:
Drive Manufacturing Requirements into Vehicle Architecture Development Process
Analyze Manufacturing Key Process Indicators (KPIs) and implement corrective actions to deliver Business Objectives
Develop and Execute Strategies for improving Manufacturing Productivity and Quality
Drive adoption of New Technologies and Advanced Manufacturing methods
Utilize Manufacturing Knowledge to Identify potential risks and implement preventive measures
Provide Team Leadership in addressing Technical Challenges
Collaborate with cross-functional activities (Product Development Purchasing Marketing Studio and Assembly Plant) to ensure Quality of Manufacturability and Cost-Effective Production Methods
Implement Virtual Manufacturing Tool Set
Meet Program Financial Targets for Facility Tooling and Labor
Lead all phases of New Model Product Launch at Assembly Plant(s) including Tooling and Facility Installations
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
5 years of leadership experience in Manufacturing Engineering
Strong Project Management skills and result-oriented mindset
Proven ability to inspire and lead cross-functional teams
Experience leading Project from Concept to Manufacturing
Deep understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles
Ability to set long term goals and implement Manufacturing Strategies
Experience in Cost Control and Resource allocation to maximize efficiency
Demonstrated ability to analyze complex issues identify root causes and implement corrective actions
Experience leveraging Virtual Manufacturing tools
Strong communication skills
Implementation of Failure Mode Avoidance principles and Quality Improvement actions
Ability to travel heavily for future launch program purposes (up to 50%)
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 of the above No matter what you choose we offer a work life that works for you including:
Immediate medical dental vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days paid 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.
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Manager
Employment Type
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