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Area Manager, Final-February 2024
Flat Rock
Feb 11, 2026
About Area Manager, Final

  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. What will you make today?

  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...

  At Ford Motor Company, we are taking our Area Managers to the next level. This member of the plant leadership team is responsible for leading change efforts within the plant in order to meet global manufacturing standards. They will support employees by removing barriers to their success, and developing their knowledge, skills, and abilities.

  At Ford Motor Company, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career and help us define tomorrow’s transportation.

  What you'll do...

  The ability to use our Factory Information System (FIS) to analyze data and drive constraint management

  Understand our Maintenance Operating System (MOS) to drive Mean Time To Repair (MTTR)

  Embrace technology with data at your fingertips & getting the teams to use the technology

  Monitor and confirm that manufacturing operating system standards are being applied and adhered to throughout the area

  Facilitate Learning Process through utilization of standard processes and tools

  Develop, coach, and support to achieve Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, People, Maintenance and Environment (SQDCPME) objectives

  Coach, teach, provide support (funding, resources, etc.) and feedback on resolution of abnormalities (ANDON), and validate closure of concerns

  Drive continuous improvement on systemic abnormalities across the entire organization

  Provide necessary resources to maintain production flow and confirm critical inputs are being performed to the acceptable standard(s)

  Adhere to and modify Time & Data Management to promote, support, and coach a continuous improvement mindset and activities in the team

  Evaluate and validate the effectiveness of work plans, and ensure the team is executing to meet the objectives / measurable

  Enable a culture of learning through demonstration of effective communication skills

  Develop 'Leaders as Teachers' at all levels. Ensure employees receive the necessary training, coaching and experiences to raise the performance level and advance the organization.

  Develop and provide feedback for Salaried Staff professional development

  Create a Zero Tolerance environment and reaffirm team members respect each other

  Create a proactive performance driven culture that listens, reacts and supports (effective communication, education, listening, trust) to capture the hearts and minds of the people

  Proactively recognize the teams accomplishments and improve morale

  You'll have...

  Bachelor Degree in Engineering or other related field

  5+ years’ of experience in manufacturing

  Even better, you may have...

  Bachelor Degree in Industrial or Electrical / Automation engineering preferred.

  Strong analytical skills and quick decision making capability preferred

  Team Manager experience

  Production experience

  Union negotiations experience

  Strong ability to present in front of plant management

  Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

  Ability to work effectively as part of a team

  Excellent leadership skills with demonstrated ability to resolve diverse problems

  Having the ability to work and multi-task in fast pace environment

  Ability to teach Ford Production System principles

  Competent in the use of data for decision making

  Work well under pressure and to be able to work under crisis management when necessary

  Ability to work and multi-task in fast paced environment

  Strong ability to interface with plant hourly, salaried personnel and plant management

  Computer skills

  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

  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.

  For a detailed look at our benefits, click here:

  2023 Ford New Hire Benefits Summary (https://clicktime.symantec.com/15tpDKHrMDxzdAsQoU7ko?h=m1tD70fOhwpoFsU9AgK_moV2reqTDkj7kHYMywUl3g4=&u=https://fordcareers.co/LL5NonHTHD)

  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 committed to a culturally diverse workforce. 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.

  #LI-Onsite

  Requisition ID : 23398

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