Ford Motor Company
Master Black Belt - Lean Process Improvement Manager
Ford Motor Company, Brook Park, Ohio, United States
Overview
Master Black Belt - Lean Process Improvement Manager at Ford Motor Company. This role is part of the Lean and Six Sigma Team, focused on teaching, coaching, and leading major improvement initiatives across manufacturing plants within Ford North America. The position supports significant change initiatives and continuous improvement practices in alignment with the Ford Production System. Responsibilities
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 Wastes, 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. Work with manufacturing technology development teams, skill teams, and FPS coaches on the development and integration of FPS related technologies. Guide team members towards innovative solutions to grow a culture of innovation. Provide data analytic training and development of dashboards to help drive continuous improvement. Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment Ability to work all shifts, rotating shifts or weekends, as needed Preferred/Additional Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related manufacturing field Master Black Belt Certification or ability to obtain within 3 months; Lean Certificate and formal training 5+ years of related manufacturing experience Proven understanding and application of Lean principles and Six Sigma in production environments Expertise in Lean and Six Sigma tools and methodologies Understanding of the Ford Quality Operating System (QOS) Strong analytics, data management, and statistical analysis skills Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership abilities Ability to work under pressure and multi-task in a fast-paced environment Ability to collaborate across all employee levels Experience leading teams; data analytics and dashboard development (Power BI, Alteryx, Looker Studio, Power Apps, Power Automate, Google Cloud Platform, etc.) Additional Information
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This is a leadership salary grade LL6. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our workforce. If you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660. Benefits (selected examples)
Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage Flexible family care and parental leave programs Family-building benefits including adoption and surrogacy reimbursement Vehicle discount program for employees and family members Tuition assistance Paid time off for community service Generous paid holidays Paid time off with option to purchase additional vacation time For more information on salary and benefits, refer to the Ford Careers page.
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Master Black Belt - Lean Process Improvement Manager at Ford Motor Company. This role is part of the Lean and Six Sigma Team, focused on teaching, coaching, and leading major improvement initiatives across manufacturing plants within Ford North America. The position supports significant change initiatives and continuous improvement practices in alignment with the Ford Production System. Responsibilities
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 Wastes, 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. Work with manufacturing technology development teams, skill teams, and FPS coaches on the development and integration of FPS related technologies. Guide team members towards innovative solutions to grow a culture of innovation. Provide data analytic training and development of dashboards to help drive continuous improvement. Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment Ability to work all shifts, rotating shifts or weekends, as needed Preferred/Additional Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related manufacturing field Master Black Belt Certification or ability to obtain within 3 months; Lean Certificate and formal training 5+ years of related manufacturing experience Proven understanding and application of Lean principles and Six Sigma in production environments Expertise in Lean and Six Sigma tools and methodologies Understanding of the Ford Quality Operating System (QOS) Strong analytics, data management, and statistical analysis skills Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership abilities Ability to work under pressure and multi-task in a fast-paced environment Ability to collaborate across all employee levels Experience leading teams; data analytics and dashboard development (Power BI, Alteryx, Looker Studio, Power Apps, Power Automate, Google Cloud Platform, etc.) Additional Information
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This is a leadership salary grade LL6. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our workforce. If you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660. Benefits (selected examples)
Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage Flexible family care and parental leave programs Family-building benefits including adoption and surrogacy reimbursement Vehicle discount program for employees and family members Tuition assistance Paid time off for community service Generous paid holidays Paid time off with option to purchase additional vacation time For more information on salary and benefits, refer to the Ford Careers page.
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