Team Manager-Quality

Ford • Sterling Heights, MI

15h • Onsite

About The Position

As part of the Manufacturing team at Ford, you will contribute to building world-class, state-of-the-art smart vehicles. The company is continuously developing new technologies and processes to increase efficiency in its plants globally. As a Quality Team Manager, you will lead a high-performing cross-functional team of engineers and technicians, aiming to bridge the gap between production, engineering, and the customer.

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 Process and Quality engineering teams in production, staffing, procurement, and Quality of Final Department equipment.
• 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