Ford Motor Company

Six Sigma Black Belt

Ford Motor Company$84K — $162K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's Degree in Engineering preferred.
  • Minimum of 3 years' experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Proven expertise in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
  • Understanding of Ford Quality Operating System (QOS) essential.
  • Strong analytics and data management skills required.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills needed.
  • Ability to travel up to 30% of the time.

Responsibilities

  • Support FASS/PAC processes for interior-specific issues.
  • Complete Six Sigma projects in manufacturing.
  • Coach and mentor STA engineers and continuous improvement specialists.
  • Implement Ford North America's Six Sigma strategy across plants.
  • Instruct on Ford Production System Standards and Lean Principles.
  • Guide project teams using Six Sigma methodologies.
  • Oversee gap closure plans for Lean Maturity in manufacturing.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for mentorship and leadership development.
  • Engagement in Six Sigma and Lean projects for skill enhancement.
  • Involvement with continuous improvement practices across Ford facilities.
  • Chance to work with diverse teams and share best practices.
  • Access to professional development through formal training and certifications.
Full Job Description
Job Description

In this position...

Responsibilities

What you'll do...

Support FASS/PAC process for all interior specific issues

Complete Six Sigma projects

Coach/mentor STA engineers

Other duties, as assigned

Implement and lead Ford North America's 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 Waste, 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.

Qualifications

You'll have...

High School Diploma or GED

Minimum of 3 years of related experience in a manufacturing environment

Proven understanding and application of Lean principles and practices in a production environment

Expertise in Lean and Six Sigma tools and methodologies

Understanding of the Ford Quality Operating System (QOS)

Strong analytics and data management skills

Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills

Ability to work well under pressure and multi-task in fast-paced environment

Ability to work collaboratively across all employee levels

Ability to travel up to 30% of the time

Even better, you may have...

Bachelor's Degree - Engineering discipline or strong manufacturing experience preferred

Six Sigma Black Belt preferred

Certifications: Master Black Belt Certified, or ability to obtain certification within 3 months, Lean Certificate and Formal Training

5+ years of related experience in a manufacturing environment

Strong statistical analysis skillset

Deep understanding of the Ford Quality Operating System (QOS) and related methods

Experience leading teams

  • You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!
    This position is a salary grade 7 and ranges from $84,480-141,360.
    This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $96,720-162,120.
  • For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSR
  • Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
  • Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
  • Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite 4 or more days per week.
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About Ford Motor Company

Ford Motor Company manufactures or distributes automobiles in addition to offering financial services. The company sells to dealerships for retail sales, and for sale to fleet customers, including commercial fleet customers, daily rental car companies, and governments. Ford’s vehicle portfolio includes automobiles, buses, tractors, and trucks. Retail financing includes retail installment sale contracts for new and used vehicles, and direct financing leases for new vehicles to retail customers, government entities, daily rental car companies, and fleet customers. Finance receivables in the non-consumer portfolio include products offered to automotive dealers. Ford’s environmental initiatives include compressed natural gas, flexible fuel vehicles, electric drive vehicles, Hydrogen, PC power management, and so on. Ford Motor Company was founded by Henry Ford in 1903 and is headquartered in Dearborn, Michigan.

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Learn more about Ford Motor Company
Size
183,000 employees
Market Cap
$44.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$1.2 billion
Founded
1903
5 Year Trend
-2.1%
Revenue
$127.1 billion
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