Ford North America Manufacturing is seeking an exceptional Assistant Plant Manager for our Livonia Transmission Plant. As an Assistant Plant Manager, you will play a crucial role in leading a team of area managers and overseeing plant operations.
The Assistant Plant Manager will report to the site Plant Manager and be part of the plant's Executive Leadership Team. You will indirectly lead a team of approximately 4+ functional manufacturing leaders and oversee approximately 3,000 plant personnel in a single location.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leverage data and insights to drive lean improvements that deliver on cost and quality targets.
- Continually seek opportunities to improve processes and outcomes, leveraging KPIs and the PDCA model.
- Hold self and others accountable for excellence and adherence to operational and behavioral expectations.
- Effectively collaborate with Area Managers, Production Supervisors, and Hourly Employees.
- Develop 'leaders as teachers' and prioritize ongoing development and evaluation of employee performance to drive results.
- Lead implementation of the Ford Production System aligned with lean principles and behaviors.
- Lead transformation and change management efforts to advance the company's competitiveness.
- Elevate concerns/risks and recognize achievements.
Requirements:
- Associate's degree or equivalent experience in an engineering or technical field.
- 10+ years of progressive responsibilities and experience in operations leadership.
- Extensive experience in high-volume, complex, manufacturing environments.
- Expertise in lean, kaizen, and TPS.
- Basic understanding of managing a Profit and Loss statement, demonstrating strong financial acumen.
- 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.
- Aspiration for continued career growth and new challenges.
- Must be open to relocation.
