Assistant Plant Manager, BlueOval Battery Park Michigan

At Blue Oval Battery Park Michigan, you will...

* use your entrepreneurial skills and team mindset to come up with data-driven solutions

* build and lead an agile team to deliver the advanced technology that drives the future

* create a culture of trust, encourage diversity of thought and foster leadership in others

* be part of the historic transformation of the automotive industry.

We made history and now we work to transform the future - for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters. Ford's legacy of innovation is about to reach new heights. Imagine being on the ground floor of something truly extraordinary.

At Blue Oval Battery Park Michigan, we're not just assembling battery systems; we're leading a transformation. As a key member of our start-up team, you'll have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to launch a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility from the ground up. Imagine: you, at the forefront of the electrification movement, helping to bring the next generation of vehicles to driveways, job sites and highways everywhere.

You Will...

The Assistant Plant Manager is the "COO" of the plant, has holistic understanding of manufacturing and business operations, taking full accountability of plant operations and culture aligned with Ford's leadership core values of Excellence, Focus, and Collaboration and a servant leadership mentality.

In addition to the domain expertise required (business, data and technical acumen along with manufacturing proficiency), the Assistant Plant Manager will demonstrate the following Ford Operating System and Servant Leadership capabilities:

Excellence

* 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, Supervisors and Team Members

* Develop "leaders as teachers" and prioritizes 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 recognizes achievements

Focus

* Serve as partner to Plant Manager and change agent driving results and leveraging relationships to get things done

* Establish and operationalize a local vision and mission through clear goal-setting and communication

* Ensure operational stability by implementing disciplined processes and standards, meeting jobs per hour, rolled
-throughput-yield, quality, and other key metrics.

* Strong problem solver who can lead effectively under pressure and crisis manage when necessary.

* Manage costs and resources responsibly and for the betterment of the plant

Collaboration

* Has self-awareness and a deep understanding of employee's aspirations, strengths, and well-being, evidenced by employee engagement scores, regular check-ins, and time spent on the plant floor (80%).

* Partner with Plant Manager to build a positive and inclusive culture by leveraging diverse viewpoints and mutual respect.

* Foster collaboration on best practices, standardized work, and building networks across functional areas.

* Consistently demonstrate empathy and Gemba, engaging regularly with employees on the plant floor to listen and problem solve.

* Role model authenticity and inspires through charismatic communication and leading by example

* Bring a high level of energy and effort to all tasks

Candidates must possess full flexibility and a readiness to consistently work across all established standard, operating, and rotational shift schedules, encompassing day, night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

You Will...

The Assistant Plant Manager is the "COO" of the plant, has holistic understanding of manufacturing and business operations, taking full accountability of plant operations and culture aligned with Ford's leadership core values of Excellence, Focus, and Collaboration and a servant leadership mentality.

In addition to the domain expertise required (business, data and technical acumen along with manufacturing proficiency), the Assistant Plant Manager will demonstrate the following Ford Operating System and Servant Leadership capabilities:

Excellence

* 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, Supervisors and Team Members

* Develop "leaders as teachers" and prioritizes ongoing…