Lean Digitalization Strategist

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?

As part of our Manufacturing team, you’ll help build the world-class, state-of-the-art smart vehicles we’re known for. In our plants around the world, we’re constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. You’ll get the satisfaction of making great products people use and love.

In this position...

You leverage your visionary expertise as a Lean Digitalization Strategist to lead the evolution of our continuous improvement culture. The ideal candidate will not only be a master of traditional Lean methodologies but also an expert in translating those principles into the digital realm. You will be responsible for architecting an FPS roadmap—replacing manual, static processes with dynamic, data-driven digital solutions that enhance visibility, speed, and decision-making across the enterprise.

What you'll do...

• Act as Ford Production System Lean Digitization Lead
• Hold responsibility for all Lean digital solutions for the Ford production system, including control centers, layered process reviews, kaizen intensity, and issue tracking.
• Learn to collaborate and standardize across VO, PTO, and Stamping to streamline data and information flow.
• Manage all FPS Digitalization solutions and collaborate with ATP, IT, and GDIA to integrate all future planned digital solutions.
• Attend Kaizen and Lean Academy events to become a lean practitioner and lean leader.
• Deploy and train plant personnel on all newly launched digital applications.

You'll have...

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, Business Operations, or a related technical field.
• Lean Expertise: Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification or equivalent deep experience in Kaizen, 5S, VSM, and JIT.
• Digital Proficiency: 3+ years of experience implementing digital solutions within a manufacturing or complex operational environment.
• Systems Knowledge: Familiarity with ERP (SAP/Oracle), MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems), and IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things) architectures.
• Analytical
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong ability to interpret complex data sets and translate them into actionable operational insights.
• Communication: Demonstrated expertise with MS Office Suite (advanced PowerPoint) and success in presenting to leadership.

• 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 leadership level 6 and ranges from $112,680 to $212,760.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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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.

• Job Identification 58854
• Job Category Manufacturing
• Posting Date 02/12/2026, 06:24 PM
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 1 American Rd, Dearborn, MI, 48126, US (Hybrid)
• Preferred Degree Bachelor of Applied Science