Lean and Six Sigma Manager, Ford at BlueOval City
Lean and Six Sigma Manager, Ford at BlueOval City
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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
Fords legacy of innovation is about to reach new heights. Imagine being on the ground floor of something truly extraordinary. At BlueOval City Tennessee Electric Vehicle Center were not just assembling vehicles; were leading a transformation. As a key member of our start-up team youll have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to launch a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility from the ground up. Imagine: you at the forefront of the electrification movement helping to bring the next generation of vehicles to driveways job sites and highways everywhere.
At Ford at BlueOval City Tennessee Electric Vehicle Center you will...
Use your entrepreneurial skills and team mindset to come up with data-driven solutions
Build and lead an agile team to deliver the advanced technology that drives the future
Create a culture of trust encourage diversity of thought and foster leadership in others and
Be part of the historic transformation of the automotive industry.
At Ford Motor Company were evolving our Master Black Belt roles into Lean and Six Sigma Team Managers. These skilled professionals will now integrate Lean methodologies as a core aspect of their responsibilities alongside their expertise in Six Sigma. They will play a crucial role in embedding the Ford Production System into operations. Our Lean and Six Sigma Team Managers will be tasked with teaching coaching and tackling major concerns on priority issues for the organization. They will deliver impactful project results and support significant change initiatives all within an environment that strongly embraces Lean principles and the Ford Production System.
At Ford Motor Company we are dedicated to designing manufacturing and selling high-quality vehicles that meet the diverse needs of our customers. We believe our employees and the different perspectives that they bring to the business are the driving force behind our success. Come discover a company that is focused on the quality of our vehicles the environment the community and the world in which we live.
Responsibilities
What youll do...
Implement and lead Ford North Americas Lean and Six Sigma strategy in manufacturing plants.
Mentor Plant Leadership Black Belts and Green Belts in Lean and Six Sigma problem-solving methodologies.
Instruct on Ford Production System Standards and Lean Principles (Kaizen 5S Value Stream Mapping Visual Management 8 Waste etc.) to eliminate waste.
Guide Black Belts and Green Belts in using Six Sigma Methodology to complete projects effectively.
Teach Six Sigma Black Belt and Green Belt classes preparing students for certification.
Support problem-solving teams at Ford facilities and suppliers.
Manage and mentor Continuous Improvement Specialists in executing Kaizen projects and activities.
Promote continuous improvement and waste elimination via Kaizen and Six Sigma projects.
Implement continuous improvement methodology sustainability strategies and lean practices with Plant Leadership.
Support the Ford Production System at manufacturing plants through mentoring and training.
Oversee gap closure plans for Lean Maturity Model in manufacturing plants.
Liaise with other business units to share Six Sigma knowledge and best practices.
Qualifications
Youll have
- Bachelors degree in Engineering.
- Six Sigma Black Belt Certification.
- 3 years of experience as a Six Sigma Black Belt or Continuous Improvement Specialist in a manufacturing environment.
- Exceptional communication interpersonal and leadership abilities including experience leading teams.
- Proven expertise in applying Lean principles Six Sigma tools and methodologies within a production environment.
- Proven understanding and application of Lean principles and practices in a production environment
- Ability to work well under pressure and multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work collaboratively across all employee levels
Even better you may have
- Master Black Belt Certification (or ability to obtain within 3 months) Lean Certification and formal training.
- Strong analytical statistical and data management skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment manage multiple tasks and collaborate effectively across all organizational levels.
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 the 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 child care and more
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement fertility treatments and more
Vehicle discount program for employees 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.
This position is a leadership level 6.
For more information on salary and benefits click here: 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. 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 the United States if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability please call 1-.
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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
