Team Manager- Gear Production

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 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...

You will be responsible for depth and breadth on all shifts/crews within a Production Manufacturing environment delivering all department scorecard objectives owning processes (e.g. constraint management/VRT) standardization across all workstations within the area planning change determining continuous improvement opportunities and serving as a change agent to drive the Ford Production System.

What youll do...

• Confirm standards are in place
• Monitor and confirm that manufacturing operating system standards are being applied and adhered to throughout the plant
• Develop coach and support to achieve SQDCPME objectives
• Support issues raised by the teams
• Coach teach and feedback on resolution of abnormalities and validate closure of concerns (facilitates interim containment actions)
• 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
• Communication and Recognition
• Enable a culture of learning through demonstration of effective communication skills
• Respect and encourage respect of all team members by my actions
• Create a conducive work environment for the team(s) to complete their assigned responsibilities / tasks
• 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 completion of administrative responsibilities
• Ensure basic administrative activities are completed as required

Youll have...

• Education: BS in Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering or related degree; or foreign equivalency degree or a combination of equivalent experience and education.
• 5 years of 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
• Work well under pressure and to be able to work under crisis management when necessary
• Ability to work and multi-task in fast paced 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
• Broad production experience
• Lead Process Coach experience
• 6-sigma 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 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.

For more information on salary and benefits click here: position is a leadership salary grade LL6.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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