Area Manager - Chassis at Ford Global Career Site

Kansas City, Missouri, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Problem Solving, Interpersonal Skills, Team Building, Communication Skills, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Manufacturing Processes, Crisis Management, Employee Engagement, Continuous Improvement, Change Management, Coaching, Talent Development, Operational Experience, Trust Building

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

Education: Associate's degree or equivalent experience in an engineering or technical field 4+ years of progressive responsibilities and experience in operations leadership Experience successfully leading a manufacturing function and directly overseeing 50+ hourly employees at once Demonstrated track record of building trust and rapport with employees and stakeholders and creating positive and healthy cultures. Excellent leadership skills with demonstrated ability to resolve diverse problems Strong problem solver who can lead effectively under pressure and crisis manage when necessary Aspiration for continued career growth and new challenges. Successful candidate must be able to demonstrate leadership with outstanding interpersonal, team building, and communication skills Education: Bachelor's degree in an engineering or technical field Operational experience leading manufacturing processes across multiple areas (body, paint, final assembly, etc.) Lean / Six Sigma certification or demonstrated equivalent experience applying lean manufacturing principles and standardized work. Experience working in a fast paced unionized manufacturing environment 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. https://fordcareers.co/LL5NonHTHD Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. 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. Education: Associate's degree or equivalent experience in an engineering or technical field 4+ years of progressive responsibilities and experience in operations leadership Extensive experience in high-volume, complex, manufacturing environments Experience successfully leading a manufacturing function and directly overseeing 50+ hourly employees at once Demonstrated track record of building trust and rapport with employees and stakeholders and creating positive and healthy cultures. Excellent leadership skills with demonstrated ability to resolve diverse problems Strong problem solver who can lead effectively under pressure and crisis manage when necessary Aspiration for continued career growth and new challenges. Successful candidate must be able to demonstrate leadership with outstanding interpersonal, team building, and communication skills Education: Bachelor's degree in an engineering or technical field Operational experience leading manufacturing processes across multiple areas (body, paint, final assembly, etc.) Lean / Six Sigma certification or demonstrated equivalent experience applying lean manufacturing principles and standardized work. Experience working in a fast paced unionized manufacturing environment Maintenance background preferred https://fordcareers.co/LL5NonHTHD Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. 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 LI-SB7 Demonstrates empathy and Gemba, engaging regularly with employees in the production environment to listen and problem solve Utilize lean manufacturing principles and processes to global manufacturing standards Leverage performance data for strategic insights to predict early warning indicators, identify opportunities, make decisions, and deliver solutions Achieving Business results by Leading the development and delivery of KPI's, ensuring Department objectives support the business objectives Ensure stability within their area by focusing on inputs, processes and the required outputs Drive Continuous Improvement by eliminating internal roadblocks and providing the necessary resources to their teams to support problem resolution resulting in cost/quality improvement Collaborate with subject matter experts across functions/departments to drive innovation and deliver timely solutions Lead transformation and change management efforts Develop organizational capability through coaching and development of “Leaders as Teachers” at all levels of the organization. Participates in talent strategies to develop high performing, diverse talent and teams, to ensure the highest levels of engagement and retention. Established and active employee resource groups

Responsibilities

The Area Manager - Chassis will lead the manufacturing function, overseeing 50+ hourly employees while ensuring operational excellence across multiple areas. The role involves driving continuous improvement, managing crises, and fostering a positive work culture.