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At Ford Motor Company, we are committed to delivering exceptional quality in every vehicle we produce. The VHE PVT Six Sigma Manager plays a critical role in achieving this by leading the Six Sigma team in problem solving. In this Six Sigma role, you will lead a team of specialists in root cause problem solution of highly technical business critical issues.  This leadership position is central to fostering a culture of proactive problem-solving and continuous improvement within our Product Development and Quality teams.

You'll have...

Bachelors Degree in Engineering 8+ years of experience in quality, product development & manufacturing Certified Six Sigma Blackbelt/Master Black Belt with a proven track record in problem solving of highly technical issues for hardware system & component level as well as in controls and software. Strong technical acumen and comprehensive cross-vehicle knowledge. Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, and develop problem-solving skills in others. Proven experience in systemic root cause identification and recurrence prevention methodologies. Exceptional collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to influence and work effectively across diverse functional teams (e.g., Product Development, Manufacturing, Design, Supplier Technical Assistance).

Even better, you may have…

Master's degree in Engineering Proven track record of statistical based strategic problem solving for highly technical issues in an automotive environment. Experience with Gembas and lean manufacturing principles. Knowledge of problem solving strategies.

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 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 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 a leadership level 5.

For more information on salary and benefits, click here: 
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This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid   #LI-CW1

In this position...

Six Sigma Governance & Development: Lead the training, development, and implementation of Six Sigma Methodologies across the Vehicle Hardware Engineering skill teams. Technical Leadership & Coaching: Leverage functional acumen and extensive cross-vehicle knowledge to drive systemic root cause identification and prevent recurrence of quality issues. Provide hands-on technical coaching, to cultivate stronger problem-solving capabilities across the organization. Cross-Functional Integration: Work closely with VHE and PD teams to properly analyze critical issues for true root cause identification.  Maintain close ties with functional teams, ensuring that prioritization of quality initiatives is heavily influenced by functional needs and strategic objectives.

What you'll do…

Upskilling Strategy & Team Building: Develop and implement a comprehensive upskilling strategy focused on training and development to enhance problem-solving capabilities within the quality organization. Actively contribute to building and fostering a high-performing team. Strategic Partnership: Collaborate closely with Functional Director, providing input on critical quality issues and acting as a key partner to their organizations.