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?

Ford’s legacy of innovation is about to reach new heights. Imagine being on the ground floor of something truly extraordinary. At BlueOval City, Tennessee Electric Vehicle Center, we’re not just assembling vehicles; we’re leading a transformation. As a key member of our start-up team, you’ll have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to launch a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility from the ground up. Imagine: you, at the forefront of the electrification movement, helping to bring the next generation of vehicles to driveways, job sites, and highways everywhere.

At Ford at BlueOval City, Tennessee Electric Vehicle Center, you will...

• Use your entrepreneurial skills and team mindset to come up with data-driven solutions

• Build and lead an agile team to deliver the advanced technology that drives the future

• Create a culture of trust, encourage diversity of thought, and foster leadership in others, and

• Be part of the historic transformation of the automotive industry.

At Ford Motor Company, we're evolving our Master Black Belt roles into Lean and Six Sigma Team Managers. These skilled professionals will now integrate Lean methodologies as a core aspect of their responsibilities, alongside their expertise in Six Sigma. They will play a crucial role in embedding the Ford Production System into operations. Our Lean and Six Sigma Team Managers will be tasked with teaching, coaching, and tackling major concerns on priority issues for the organization. They will deliver impactful project results and support significant change initiatives, all within an environment that strongly embraces Lean principles and the Ford Production System.

At Ford Motor Company, we are dedicated to designing, manufacturing, and selling high-quality vehicles that meet the diverse needs of our customers.   We believe our employees and the different perspectives that they bring to the business are the driving force behind our success. Come discover a company that is focused on the quality of our vehicles, the environment, the community, and the world in which we live.
 

You'll have…

Bachelor's degree in Engineering. Six Sigma Black Belt Certification. 3+ years of experience as a Six Sigma Black Belt or Continuous Improvement Specialist in a manufacturing environment. Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership abilities, including experience leading teams. Proven expertise in applying Lean principles, Six Sigma tools, and methodologies within a production environment. Proven understanding and application of Lean principles and practices in a production environment   Ability to work well under pressure and multitask in a fast-paced environment Ability to work collaboratively across all employee levels 
 

Even better, you may have…

Master Black Belt Certification (or ability to obtain within 3 months), Lean Certification, and formal training. Strong analytical, statistical, and data management skills. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple tasks, and collaborate effectively across all organizational levels.
 

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 the 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 of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:

• Immediate medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care, and more
• Family building benefits, including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
• Vehicle discount program for employees, 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 a leadership level 6.

For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/LL6SP1 

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
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What you'll do...

•    Implement and lead Ford North America's Lean and Six Sigma strategy in manufacturing plants.
•    Mentor Plant Leadership, Black Belts, and Green Belts in Lean and Six Sigma problem-solving methodologies.
•    Instruct on Ford Production System Standards and Lean Principles (Kaizen, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, Visual Management, 8 Waste, etc.) to eliminate waste.
•    Guide Black Belts and Green Belts in using Six Sigma Methodology to complete projects effectively.
•    Teach Six Sigma Black Belt and Green Belt classes, preparing students for certification.
•    Support problem-solving teams at Ford facilities and suppliers.
•    Manage and mentor Continuous Improvement Specialists in executing Kaizen projects and activities.
•    Promote continuous improvement and waste elimination via Kaizen and Six Sigma projects.
•    Implement continuous improvement methodology, sustainability strategies, and lean practices with Plant Leadership.
•    Support the Ford Production System at manufacturing plants through mentoring and training.
•    Oversee gap closure plans for Lean Maturity Model in manufacturing plants.
•    Liaise with other business units to share Six Sigma knowledge and best practices.