Lean Strategist

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 role

As a Lean Strategist you will be a key architect of Fords continuous improvement culture. You will be responsible for designing and implementing strategic frameworks that drive efficiency quality and safety across our manufacturing footprint. This role goes beyond simple tactical application; you will be expected to mentor cross-functional teams integrate lean principles into new product launches and evolve the Ford Production System (FPS) to meet the challenges of the future.

What Youll Do

• Ford Production System (FPS) Stewardship: Serve as the subject matter expert on FPS ensuring all lean activities align with corporate standards while driving the evolution of the system to improve throughput and reduce waste.
• Model Area Development: Lead the creation and sustainment of Model Areas to serve as the gold standard for operational excellence providing a blueprint for scaling improvements across the entire facility.
• Value Stream Mapping (VSM): Facilitate end-to-end VSM sessions to identify Current State bottlenecks and design Future State maps that optimize material and information flow.
• Kaizen Leadership: Organize and lead high-impact Kaizen events empowering operators and staff to generate and implement ideas (aiming for the high levels of operator engagement seen in our Lean Academies).
• Launch Readiness: Partner with GME and PTME to ensure Lean from the Start. Integrate lean manufacturing principles into the early stages of vehicle programs to ensure seamless waste-free launches.
• 5S & Visual Management: Standardize and audit 5S practices to ensure a safe organized and efficient work environment where abnormalities are immediately visible.
• Cross-Functional Mentorship: Coach participants from diverse backgrounds (Finance HR Engineering and Operations) on lean tools including Yamazumi charts Spaghetti diagrams and 5-Why root cause analysis.

Youll Have

• Education: Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) in Engineering Manufacturing or a related technical field.
• Experience: 8 or more years of progressive experience in a manufacturing environment with a proven track record of leading large-scale lean transformations.
• Technical Expertise: Deep mastery of Lean tools specifically:
  • Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and Spaghetti Diagramming.
  • Yamazumi (Line Balancing) and Standardized Work.
  • 5S and Visual Factory Management.
  • A3 Problem Solving and Drill-down Trees.
• Leadership: Demonstrated ability to influence at all levels from shop-floor operators to executive leadership.
• Travel: up to 50% to other Ford locations.

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 child care 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.

This position is leadership level 6 and ranges from $60.

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-.

This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week.

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