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Team Manager - Maintenance

FordFlat Rock, MIMay 10th, 2026
Job DescriptionIn this position...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.ResponsibilitiesWhat you'll do...SafetyAddress department Health & Safety concernsEnforce department compliance with government, industry, and corporate standardsPromote improved department safety metrics and provide resources for activitiesEnforce safety process adherence for launch-related Pro-Tag and Arc Flash updates, Construction Service Safety audits/compliance checks, and inter-department Pre-Task AnalysesQualityLead 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.DeliveryMonitor production runs to insure they stay on schedule, and correct any maintenance-related problems that ariseProvide the resources and activities required to ensure problem free start-upsFacilitate start-up and shift-to-shift meetingsFacilitate skilled trades understanding of constraint analysis and provide resources for activities to eliminate bottlenecksChampion constraint analysis and coordinate activities to eliminate the bottlenecksCostLead project writing and the process of collecting and evaluating data in sound business casesManage to budgetsSet, 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 schedulesImplement material control (spare part inventory), repair and rebuild programs, and reliability and maintainability reviewsPeopleDisseminate policy deployment, drive SQDCPME, and communicate departmental maintenance goalsCoach, counsel and teach subordinates to enhance the One Team goalLead 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 departmentsPromote and support work groups; integrate skilled trades per contractual agreementsCreate a team environment that is founded on accountability, teamwork, empowerment, and continuous improvementSet and support Time & Data Management events related to the Maintenance Operating System and enforce attendanceMaintenanceCoordinate resources and activities to support ME organization launches within your area of responsibility to meet production schedules, budgetary limitations, and time constraintsEvaluate and deliver FTPM measurablesMaximize equipment effectiveness through a detailed, standardized, and prioritized preventive and predictive maintenance plan designed to improve productivityReview and approve preventive maintenance activities and assess the effectiveness of those activitiesDevise maintenance plans, strategies, and priorities to support the total department business plan; manage daily maintenance around production optimizing opportunitiesProvide resources and support to maintenance activities and organize planning activitiesConfirm and require adherence to Maintenance Operating System processesReview status and progress of goals and objectives and require accountabilityEnvironmentEnsure department compliance with government, industry, and corporate standardsQualificationsYou'll have...Education: High School Diploma or GEDManufacturing Maintenance experienceStrong ability to interface with plant hourly, salaried personnel and plant managementStrong ability to present in front of plant managementAbility to teach Ford Production System principlesUnion negotiations experienceCompetent in the use of data for decision makingAbility to communicate effectively, both orally and in writingAbility to work effectively as part of a teamExcellent leadership skills with demonstrated ability to resolve diverse problemsWork well under pressure and to be able to work under crisis management when necessaryAbility to work and multi-task in fast paced environmentSuccessful candidate must be able to demonstrate leadership in One FORD (leadership) behaviors combined with outstanding interpersonal, teambuilding, and communication skillsEven better, you may have...Education: Bachelor's Degree:Broad production experienceLead Process Coach experience6-sigma designation preferredStrong analytical skills and quick decision making capability preferredMicrosoft Office knowledge (Word/Excel/Outlook)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!As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder...or all the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverageFlexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare and moreFamily building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and moreVehicle discount program for employees and family members, and management leasesTuition assistanceEstablished and active employee resource groupsPaid time off for individual and team community serviceA generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's DayPaid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/LL6NonHTHDThis 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 1-888-336-0660.#LI-Onsite#LI-BS2About UsAt Ford Motor Company, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career and help us define tomorrow's transportation.About the Team