Master Black Belt - Lean Process Improvement Manager

Ford•Brook Park, OH

About The Position

Implement and lead Ford North America's Lean and Six Sigma strategy in manufacturing plants. Mentor Plant Leadership, Black Belts, and Green Belts in Lean and Six Sigma problem solving methodologies. Instruct on Ford Production System Standards and Lean Principles (Kaizen, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, Visual Management, 8 Waste, etc.) to eliminate waste. Guide Black Belts and Green Belts in using Six Sigma Methodology to complete projects effectively. Teach Six Sigma Black Belt and Green Belt classes, preparing students for certification. Support problem-solving teams at Ford facilities and suppliers. Manage and mentor Continuous Improvement Specialists in executing Kaizen projects and activities. Promote continuous improvement and waste elimination via Kaizen and Six Sigma projects. Implement continuous improvement methodology, sustainability strategies, and lean practices with Plant Leadership. Support the Ford Production System at manufacturing plants through mentoring and training. Oversee gap closure plans for Lean Maturity Model in manufacturing plants. Liaise with other business units to share Six Sigma knowledge and best practices. Work with manufacturing technology development teams, skill teams, and FPS coaches on the development and integration of FPS related technologies Guide team members towards innovative solutions to grow a culture of innovation Provide data analytic training and development of dashboards to help drive continuous improvement Established and active employee resource groups

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
Ability to work all shifts, rotating shifts or weekends, should the need arise
Bachelor's Degree - Engineering discipline or strong manufacturing experience preferred
Certifications: Master Black Belt Certified, or ability to obtain certification within 3 months, Lean Certificate and Formal Training
5+ years of related experience in a manufacturing environment
Proven understanding and application of Lean principles and practices in a production environment
Expertise in Lean and Six Sigma tools and methodologies
Understanding of the Ford Quality Operating System (QOS)
Strong analytics and data management skills
Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
Ability to work well under pressure and multi-task in fast-paced environment
Ability to work collaboratively across all employee levels
Strong statistical analysis skillset
Experience leading teams
Data Analytics and dashboard development (Power bi, Alteryx, looker studio, power apps, power automate, Google Cloud Platform, etc.)

Responsibilities

Implement and lead Ford North America's Lean and Six Sigma strategy in manufacturing plants.
Mentor Plant Leadership, Black Belts, and Green Belts in Lean and Six Sigma problem solving methodologies.
Instruct on Ford Production System Standards and Lean Principles (Kaizen, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, Visual Management, 8 Waste, etc.) to eliminate waste.
Guide Black Belts and Green Belts in using Six Sigma Methodology to complete projects effectively.
Teach Six Sigma Black Belt and Green Belt classes, preparing students for certification.
Support problem-solving teams at Ford facilities and suppliers.
Manage and mentor Continuous Improvement Specialists in executing Kaizen projects and activities.
Promote continuous improvement and waste elimination via Kaizen and Six Sigma projects.
Implement continuous improvement methodology, sustainability strategies, and lean practices with Plant Leadership.
Support the Ford Production System at manufacturing plants through mentoring and training.
Oversee gap closure plans for Lean Maturity Model in manufacturing plants.
Liaise with other business units to share Six Sigma knowledge and best practices.
Work with manufacturing technology development teams, skill teams, and FPS coaches on the development and integration of FPS related technologies
Guide team members towards innovative solutions to grow a culture of innovation
Provide data analytic training and development of dashboards to help drive continuous improvement