Final Area Manager - KTP

Ford • Louisville, KY

8h • $138,240 - $261,720 • Onsite

About The Position

In this position...
Implement the Ford Production System operating systems and processes to global manufacturing standards.
What you'll do...
· 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
You'll have...
· 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
Even better, you may have...
· Bachelor Degree in Industrial or Electrical / Automation engineering preferred.
· Strong analytical skills and quick decision making capability 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
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.

This position is leadership level 5 and ranges from $138,240-261,720.

For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/LL5
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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