Team Manager – Stamping ME & Maintenance

Job ID: 68054
Location: Woodhaven, Michigan
Category: Manufacturing

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At Ford, you’ll work on ideas that matter, alongside passionate people who want to make a global impact. Together, we’re shaping the next era of transportation—grounded in purpose, driven by progress. Make your move.

Job Type: Full time
Work Type: On-site

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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...

You will be responsible for promoting a positive environment of culture, communication and employee recognition.

What you'll do...

Lead Maintenance and engineering teams in production scheduling, staffing, procurement and maintenance of Stamping Department equipment
Lead Project Writing and process of collecting and evaluating data in sound business cases
Coach, Counsel and Teach the team’s GSR’s to handle and lead multi-dollar projects
Coordinates the resources and activities of ME organization to meet the production schedule within budgetary limitations and time constraints
Participates in production scheduling, staffing, procurement and maintenance of equipment, quality control, inventory control, and the coordination of production activities with those of other departments
Analyzes the plant's personnel and capital resources to select the best ways of meeting the production quota
Monitors the production run to make sure that it stays on schedule and correct any problems that may arise
Promotes and ensure constant improvement in the ME organization toward the common goal of improving product quality, plant competitiveness and total cost structure
Ensures department complies with government/industry standards
Coordinate the resources and activities required to ensure problem free start-up
Facilitate start-up / shift to shift meetings
Evaluate and deliver FTPM measurable
Promote and support Small Team Work Groups
Champion constraint analysis and coordinate activities to eliminate the bottlenecks
Ensure deliverables are aligned with VIM Action Matrix, 5-year plan, JPH Package
Establish the goal of maximizing equipment effectiveness to improve productivity
Review/approve PM activities
Address department Health and Safety concerns
Review department safety measurables & coordinate improvement activities
Drive SQCDMME
Manage to budgets

You'll have...

HS Diploma or Equivalent
5 years in maintenance or engineering
Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills
Ability to interact with all employees in the organization
Strong working knowledge of the Ford Production System
Demonstrated ability to work as a team
Demonstrated ability to lead, empower and develop employees
Demonstrated conflict management skills
Strong analytical, problem solving, and organization skills
Ability to work closely and successfully with others in order to deliver results
Successful candidate must be able to demonstrate leadership in ONE FORD (leadership) behaviors combined with outstanding interpersonal, teambuilding, and communication skills

Even better, you may have...

Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial , or 5 years’ experience working in Automotive Stamping Maintenance Operations.
Some experience in Production
In depth experience in assembly manufacturing processes
Strong communication and problem solving skills, including working knowledge of Six Sigma
Experience: Experience leading Maintenance in Automotive Stamping Operations
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles
Strong negotiation and persuasion skills
Knowledge of constraint management principles
Safety and Quality experience preferred
Prior experience managing a unionized work force
Microsoft Office knowledge (Word/Excel/Outlook)

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 6 and ranges from $112,680-$212,760.

For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/LL6

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.

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From day one, Ford invests in you with medical benefits built to help you plan for what’s next. You’ll also get support for you and your family that meets you at every step, so you can move forward with confidence.

Health and Wellness

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, mental health, and unique wellness perks keep you and your family supported every step of the way.
Financial and Retirement Programs

Build a strong financial future with robust retirement contributions, savings programs, and free personalized financial planning tools.
Flexible Vacation and Holidays

Enjoy your time away from work with generous vacation, holidays, and flexible family leave designed to help you balance life and work with ease.
Vehicle Discount Program

The best thing about building great products is driving them! The second-best thing: sharing your discount with family and friends so they can drive them, too.
Family Growth and Support

Grow your family confidently with fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance, paid parental leave, and a supportive new-parent ramp-up program.
Additional Programs

Enjoy unexpected extras like pet insurance, legal services, identity protection, and access to convenient health and wellness services.

Ford gives me the space to innovate, to lead, and to serve — all while staying true to who I am as an engineer, educator, and parent. It’s not just a career; it’s a community that drives change.

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