Area Manager - Battery

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, we're all a part of something bigger than ourselves. What will you make today?

As part of our Manufacturing team, you'll help build the world-class, state-of-the-art smart vehicles we're known for. In our plants around the world, we're constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. You'll get the satisfaction of making great products people use and love.

In this position...

We are taking our Area Managers to the next level at Ford Motor Company. This member of the plant leadership team is responsible for leading change efforts within the plant to meet global manufacturing standards. In this role, will support employees by removing barriers to their success and developing their knowledge, skills, and abilities.

What you'll do...

• As the leader of the Battery Pack Assembly area, you will be a member of the Operations Committee and will oversee one of the six major production areas.

• Demonstrate empathy by regularly engaging with employees in the production environment to listen and problem-solve.

• Implement lean manufacturing principles and processes in compliance with global manufacturing standards.

• Leverage data performance to gain strategic insights, predict early warning indicators, identify opportunities, make decisions, and deliver solutions.

• Achieve business objectives by leading KPI development and delivery, ensuring department goals align.

• Ensure stability within your area by focusing on inputs, processes, and the required outputs

• Eliminate internal roadblocks, provide necessary resources for teams, and support problem resolution to increase cost and quality.

• Collaborate with experts from various departments to innovate and deliver timely solutions.

• Lead transformation and change management efforts.

• Develop " Leaders as Teachers " at all levels for organizational capability.Develop "Leaders as Teachers" at all levels for organizational capability.

• Participate in talent strategies to develop high-performing, diverse teams for maximum engagement and retention.

You'll have...

• Education: Associate's 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: Bachelor's 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.

• Demonstrated experience in final assembly

• 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 we've 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 builder...or 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

• 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 Year's Day

• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

For a detailed look at our benefits, click here:

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Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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