CareerPlan

Area Manager - Final

Wayne, MI, United StatesFull-time2026-08-28 → 2026-11-10
On-siteNo visa sponsorship

Core

Lead transformation and change management efforts within a plant to meet global manufacturing standards, focusing on Trim, Chassis & Final Assembly, and Testing areas.

Role type

Senior plant leadership / Area Manager

Builds

Smart vehicles (Trim, Chassis, Final Assembly, Testing)

Domain

Automotive manufacturing

Required skills

Change management, Ford Production System (FPS) implementation, organizational development, workforce training, greenfield plant installation, continuous improvement, crisis management, data-driven decision making, leadership coaching

Preferred skills

Bachelor of Science in engineering or technical field, Six Sigma knowledge, final assembly experience, strong analytical skills

Technologies

Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, TWOS, NGAVS, QLS, ECATS

Responsibilities

Lead transformation and change management efforts, Implement Ford Production System (FPS) operating systems and processes, Lead manufacturing areas for vehicle manufacturing, Lead greenfield plant facility installation and commissioning, Coach and develop organizational capability, Ensure basic administrative activities are completed

Seniority

Senior, leadership level 5