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Ford Pro · 1 day ago

Manufacturing Engineering Area Manager

WSP 20900 West Rd, Woodhaven, MI, 48183, US

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Ford Motor Company is looking for a Manufacturing Engineering Area Manager to lead change efforts within the plant to meet global manufacturing standards. The role involves supporting employees, implementing production systems, and leading training initiatives while fostering a proactive performance-driven culture.

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No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead the Stamping Region in FPS Maturity while transitioning into M/E Role at WSP as Launch begins in late 2026 / early 2027

Implement the Ford Production System operating systems and processes to global manufacturing standards. Foster a culture that lives the Ford Production System and uses it to drive and measure results

Lead Green Belt / Black Belt training Regionally for the Stamping Region during the period of transition at WSP. Establish a cadence to lead GB/BB training and coach as required all regional candidates on their projects

Support Kaizen events at WSP / DCP / BSP / CSP. Coach teams at all plants as required in all aspects of running a constructive Kaizen

Support WSP and Stamping Regional CI specialists

Coach, teach, and provide support and feedback on problem resolution and continuous improvement

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

Lead Manufacturing Engineering activities at the plant: including but not limited to Manufacturing Maintenance, Tool & Die Engineering, Launch and Facilities

Qualification

Master Black Belt CertifiedManufacturing experienceKaizen event leadershipTool & Die knowledgeProduction operations experienceCrisis managementLeadership skillsEffective communication

Required

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or equivalent in technical field

Master Black Belt Certified

5+ years manufacturing experience in stamping

Preferred

Flexibility to work as required to support teams across all plant shifts. Possibility of supporting (4) Stamping plants for scheduled events (Woodhaven/Dearborn/Buffalo/Chicago)

Demonstrated competency in leading Green Belt and Black Belt training

Demonstrated competency in leading Kaizen events at a Plant Organizational level. Leverage plant and support organizations as required

Broad production experience in a Vehicle Manufacturing Plant. Preferably with at least some in a Stamping Plant

Prefer manufacturing background with practical experience in BOTH production operations AND Maintenance/Engineering. Strong Maintenance background with Facilities and Project Management experience preferred

Tool & Die experience or knowledge preferred

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

Strong ability to present in front of senior management

Excellent leadership skills with demonstrated ability to resolve diverse problems