Area Manager Gears at Ford Motor

DescriptionWe 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. What will you make todayAs 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...At Ford Motor Company we are taking our Area Managers to the next level. This member of the plant leadership team is responsible for leading change efforts within the plant in order to meet global manufacturing standards. They will support employees by removing barriers to their success and developing their knowledge skills and abilities.ResponsibilitiesWhat Youll DoAs a Manufacturing Area Manager you will be the driving force behind your departments success. As one of four core LL5 level manufacturing leaders your responsibilities will include:Own Area Performance:Take full ownership of your production areas daily and strategic performance across Safety Quality Delivery Cost People Maintenance and Environment (SQDCPME).Drive Continuous Improvement:Champion the Ford Production System (FPS) on the plant floor. You will teach coach and lead your team in using lean tools to eliminate waste improve efficiency and implement permanent solutions to complex problems.Develop High-Performing Teams:Lead mentor and develop a dedicated team of hourly and salaried employees. You will be responsible for their training performance management and career growth fostering a culture of excellence accountability and engagement.Build Strategic Relationships:Serve as the primary liaison between your team senior plant leadership and our UAW partners. You will build and maintain a robust collaborative and respectful work environment that aligns with our core company values.QualificationsWhat Youll HaveA High School diploma combined with some post-secondary education (e.g. Associates degree skilled trades certification).Broad hands-on experience in a high-volume production or manufacturing environment.Expertise in all things gears and machiningDemonstrated ability to lead large teams resolve diverse problems and work effectively under pressure.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to confidently present to and interface with plant employees union representatives and senior management.A proactive data-driven approach to decision-making and problem-solving.Validated LEAN and continuous improvement skillsThe ability to work and multi-task in a fast-paced environment including flexibility for various shifts and overtime as needed to support production.Even Better Youll HaveA Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Engineering or a related technical field.Previous experience as a Team Manager/Superintendent or in a similar frontline leadership role within the automotive industry.Proven experience working collaboratively in a unionized environment (e.g. UAW).Strong analytical skills and proficiency with computer systems and manufacturing software.Formal training or certification in lean manufacturing principles (e.g. Six Sigma TPS WCM).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 coverageFlexible family care parental leave new parent ramp-up programs subsidized back-up childcare and moreFamily building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement fertility treatments and moreVehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leasesTuition assistanceEstablished and active employee resource groupsPaid time off for individual and team community serviceA generous schedule of paid holidays including the week between Christmas and New Years DayPaid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.For more information on salary and benefits click here: position is a leadership level 5.Visa 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 committed to a culturally diverse workforce. 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-.#LI-Onsite#LI-LT1Required Experience:Manager Key Skills Sales Experience,Direct Sales,retail Experience,Hospitality Experience,Management Experience,Process Improvement,Outside Sales,Team Management,Kaizen,Leadership Experience,Public Speaking,Supervising Experience Employment Type : Full-Time Department / Functional Area: Manufacturing Experience: years Vacancy: 1