Team Manager-Quality

Ford Motor • Sterling Heights, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We 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, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves? As part of our Manufacturing team, you’ll help build the world-class, state-of-the-art smart vehicles we're known for. In our plants around the world, we’re constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. You'll get the satisfaction of making great products people use and love. In this position... Lead Process and Quality engineering teams in production, staffing, procurement, and Quality of Final Department equipment. As a Quality Team Manager, you will lead a high-performing cross-functional team of engineers and technicians. Your mission is to bridge the gap between production, engineering, and the customer through: Strategic Leadership & Governance Own the System: Lead the Quality Operating System (QOS) to achieve and exceed both internal performance metrics and external customer satisfaction goals. Financial Stewardship: Manage the Quality Department’s Labor and Overhead budget, identifying lean opportunities for cost improvement without compromising integrity. Audit Excellence: Serve as the lead for complex quality audits, ensuring rigorous adherence to ISO/IATF standards and corporate procedures. Technical Problem Solving & Innovation Drive Resolution: Spearhead the implementation of permanent corrective actions using advanced methodologies (8D, 3L x 5Y, and Six Sigma). Warranty & Data Analytics: Turn data into action by analyzing warranty trends to develop long-term engineering solutions. Supplier Synergy: Partner with the Supplier Technical Assistant (STA) team to drive containment and cost recovery for supplier-related quality issues at the "point of fit." Team Empowerment & Culture Mentor the Next Generation: Manage and develop a diverse team of Quality Engineers, fostering a pipeline of technical talent. Continuous Improvement: Champion Kaizen projects and Lean principles (5S, VSM, Visual Management) to eliminate waste and maximize efficiency. Education: Act as a subject matter expert, coaching plant personnel on standard Quality Tools and supporting Six Sigma certification tracks.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• 5–10 years in a manufacturing environment, with a dedicated focus on quality or process engineering.
• A proven track record of applying Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma tools to solve complex problems.
• Demonstrated experience leading diverse teams in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to distill complex data into clear, actionable insights for senior leadership.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Systems Engineering.
• Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt; Lean Manufacturing Certification.
• Deep familiarity with Ford’s Quality Operating System (QOS) and internal systems (BSAQ, GSAR, QLS, and FEDE).
• 5+ years specifically within automotive quality leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Quality Operating System (QOS) to achieve and exceed both internal performance metrics and external customer satisfaction goals.
• Manage the Quality Department’s Labor and Overhead budget, identifying lean opportunities for cost improvement without compromising integrity.
• Serve as the lead for complex quality audits, ensuring rigorous adherence to ISO/IATF standards and corporate procedures.
• Spearhead the implementation of permanent corrective actions using advanced methodologies (8D, 3L x 5Y, and Six Sigma).
• Turn data into action by analyzing warranty trends to develop long-term engineering solutions.
• Partner with the Supplier Technical Assistant (STA) team to drive containment and cost recovery for supplier-related quality issues at the "point of fit."
• Manage and develop a diverse team of Quality Engineers, fostering a pipeline of technical talent.
• Champion Kaizen projects and Lean principles (5S, VSM, Visual Management) to eliminate waste and maximize efficiency.
• Act as a subject matter expert, coaching plant personnel on standard Quality Tools and supporting Six Sigma certification tracks.

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
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees