Team Manager - Maintenance

We are taking our Maintenance Superintendents to the next level. These talented employees have the title of ‘Team Manager – Maintenance’ and they are the drivers of standardization and continuous improvement in the Ford Production System. Responsibilities What you’ll do... Safety Address department Health & Safety concerns Enforce department compliance with government, industry, and corporate standards Promote improved department safety metrics and provide resources for activities Enforce safety process adherence for launch-related Pro-Tag and Arc Flash updates, Construction Service Safety audits/compliance checks, and inter-department Pre-Task Analyses Quality Lead data driven maintenance processes to improve quality metrics (e.g., higher FTT, less scrap, less contamination, and etc.) Drive root cause analysis and implement permanent corrective actions through the Global 4D or 8D process. Delivery Monitor production runs to insure they stay on schedule, and correct any maintenance-related problems that arise Provide the resources and activities required to ensure problem free start-ups Facilitate start-up and shift-to-shift meetings Facilitate skilled trades understanding of constraint analysis and provide resources for activities to eliminate bottlenecks Champion constraint analysis and coordinate activities to eliminate the bottlenecks Cost Lead project writing and the process of collecting and evaluating data in sound business cases Manage to budgets Set, prioritize and provide resources to control and improve Maintenance Cost Per Unit (MCPU) Optimize maintenance activities to improve throughput and meet or beat budgets and production schedules Implement material control (spare part inventory), repair and rebuild programs, and reliability and maintainability reviews People Disseminate policy deployment, drive SQDCPME, and communicate departmental maintenance goals Coach, counsel and teach subordinates to enhance the One Team goal Lead and participate in production scheduling, staffing, procurement and maintenance of equipment, quality control, inventory control, and the coordination of production activities with those of other departments Promote and support work groups; integrate skilled trades per contractual agreements Create a team environment that is founded on accountability, teamwork, empowerment, and continuous improvement Set and support Time & Data Management events related to the Maintenance Operating System and enforce attendance Maintenance Coordinate resources and activities to support ME organization launches within your area of responsibility to meet production schedules, budgetary limitations, and time constraints Evaluate and deliver FTPM measurables Maximize equipment effectiveness through a detailed, standardized, and prioritized preventive and predictive maintenance plan designed to improve productivity Review and approve preventive maintenance activities and assess the effectiveness of those activities Devise maintenance plans, strategies, and priorities to support the total department business plan; manage daily maintenance around production optimizing opportunities Provide resources and support to maintenance activities and organize planning activities Confirm and require adherence to Maintenance Operating System processes Review status and progress of goals and objectives and require accountability Ensure department compliance with government, industry, and corporate standards Qualifications You'll have... Education: High School Diploma or GED Manufacturing Maintenance experience Strong ability to interface with plant hourly, salaried personnel and plant management Strong ability to present in front of plant management Ability to teach Ford Production System principles Union negotiations experience Competent in the use of data for decision making Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing Ability to work effectively as part of a team Excellent leadership skills with demonstrated ability to resolve diverse problems Work well under pressure and to be able to work under crisis management when necessary Ability to work and multi-task in fast paced environment Successful candidate must be able to demonstrate leadership in One FORD (leadership) behaviors combined with outstanding interpersonal, teambuilding, and communication skills Even better, you may have... Education: Bachelor’s Degree: Lead Process Coach experience Strong analytical skills and quick decision making capability preferred Microsoft Office knowledge (Word/Excel/Outlook) Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare 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- $212,760. 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. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io. Job Info Job Identification 62646 Job Category Manufacturing Posting Date 05/04/2026, 01:06 PM Degree Level Bachelor's Degree or equivalent Job Schedule Full time Locations 1 International Dr, Flat Rock, MI, 48134, US (On-site) #J-18808-Ljbffr Ford