Six Sigma Black Belt

Ford Motor • Dearborn, MI

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

In this position, Ford Motor Company is evolving its Master Black Belt roles into Lean and Six Sigma Team Managers. These skilled professionals will integrate Lean methodologies as a core aspect of their responsibilities, alongside their expertise in Six Sigma. They will play a crucial role in embedding the Ford Production System into operations. Our Lean and Six Sigma Team Managers will be tasked with teaching, coaching, and tackling major concerns on priority issues for the organization. They will deliver impactful project results and support significant change initiatives, all within an environment that strongly embraces Lean principles and the Ford Production System.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of 3 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
• Ability to travel up to 30% of the time

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree – Engineering discipline or strong manufacturing experience preferred
• Six Sigma Black Belt 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
• Strong statistical analysis skillset
• Deep understanding of the Ford Quality Operating System (QOS) and related methods
• Experience leading teams

Responsibilities

• Support FASS/PAC process for all interior specific issues
• Complete Six Sigma projects
• Coach/mentor STA engineers
• Other duties, as assigned
• Implement and lead Ford North America's 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.

Benefits

• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care 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: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED