Manager - Paint and Trim

About the role

We make history and now we work to transform the future. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. Join us in shaping the future of Ford Motor Company.

Responsibilities

• Leverage your expertise in automotive design/engineering and prototyping techniques to see the future of Ford firsthand and play a pivotal role in the early-stage development of the next generation of Ford vehicles, content, and experiences.
• Prototype Teams you will lead:
• Paint Trim
• Lead a team of prototype technologists to deliver high fidelity physical prototypes on time and with quality including Show / Concept / Pre-Production vehicles Interior and exterior systems (Ex: Lighting, Closures, Instruments Panels, Consoles, Seats) Interior and exterior components (Ex: Buttons, nobs and switches) Interior and exterior clay models Color development for future model programs Trim development for future model programs Etc.
• Support the development of prototype build plans, lead the team through delivering prototypes on time and with quality - Plan and organize the workload and job assignments of subordinate personnel accordingly
• Recommend and implement training and development plans for subordinates. Assist leadership in the proper and effective implementation of personnel programs, including performance reviews, salary planning and employee counseling
• Be comfortable with complexity—finding opportunities and clear paths in ambiguous environments. You’re comfortable facilitating senior stakeholder discussions
• Have strong people management and leadership skills to hire, develop, and inspire the creative team
• Work collaboratively with design, engineering and marketing to align on scope of work, build timing and budget - managing your teams deliverables throughout the prototype build cycle
• Leverage knowledge of prototype technologies and build workflows - identify and document opportunity areas and process efficiencies and action those as appropriate
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to continuously improve prototypes
• Cultivate employee engagement and improve morale. Embody our culture and steward others in the direction of our shared values and ways of working inside the shops and with Ford

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, design, business or equivalent
• 5+ years of experience managing teams within design, engineering or manufacturing, experience with trim development, paint development and application highly preferred
• 10+ years of experience working in automotive engineering and/or design with a strong understanding of vehicle level systems and subsystems
• 10+ years of experience leading complex projects and project teams – leveraging program management tools as appropriate
• 10+ years of experience leveraging prototype manufacturing techniques to build high fidelity prototypes such as additive manufacturing (3D Printing), milling, fiberglass layups, clay modeling, etc.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Qualifications

• Experience with machine learning, artificial intelligence, or other advanced technologies is a plus

Skills

• Leadership skills
• Collaboration skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Communication skills

Benefits

Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care 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.

Pay

This position is leadership level 6 and ranges from $115,500-$218,100. Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.

Schedule

This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week.