Final Area Manager - KTP

Ford Motor • Louisville, KY

22h • $138,240 - $261,720 • Onsite

About The Position

In this position... Implement the Ford Production System operating systems and processes to global manufacturing standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor Degree in Engineering, Industrial or Electrical / Automation engineering preferred. Equivalent experience accepted
• 5-10 years’ experience in manufacturing
• Team Manager experience
• Production experience
• Union negotiations experience
• Strong ability to present in front of plant management
• 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
• Having the ability to work and multi-task in fast pace environment
• Ability to teach Ford Production System principles
• Competent in the use of data for decision making
• 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
• Strong ability to interface with plant hourly, salaried personnel and plant management
• Computer skills

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor Degree in Industrial or Electrical / Automation engineering preferred.
• Strong analytical skills and quick decision making capability preferred

Responsibilities

• The ability to use FIS & IIOT to analyze the data to drive constraint management
• Understanding of MOS and the ability to drive MTTR & MTBR
• The passion to embrace technology with data at your fingertips & getting the teams to use the technology
• Monitor and confirm that manufacturing operating system standards are being applied and adhered to throughout the area
• Facilitate Learning Process through utilization of standard processes and tools
• Develop, coach, and support to achieve SQDCPME objectives
• Coach, teach, provide support (funding, resources, etc.) and feedback on resolution of abnormalities (ANDON), and validate closure of concerns
• Drive continuous improvement on systemic abnormalities across the entire organization
• Provide necessary resources to maintain production flow and confirm critical inputs are being performed to the acceptable standard(s)
• Adhere to and modify Time & Data Management to promote, support, and coach a continuous improvement mindset and activities in the team
• Evaluate and validate the effectiveness of work plans, and ensure the team is executing to meet the objectives / measurable
• Enable a culture of learning through demonstration of effective communication skills
• Respect and encourage respect of all team members by my actions
• Develop 'Leaders as Teachers' at all levels. Ensure employees receive the necessary training, coaching and experiences to raise the performance level and advance the organization.
• Develop and provide feedback for Salaried Staff professional development
• 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

Benefits

• 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 Year’s Day
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager