Plant Quality & Pre-Delivery Team Lead

Ford; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 113,000 - 213,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Family care programs

Vehicle discount program

Tuition assistance

Employee resource groups

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Vacation time purchase

Job summary

Ford in Cincinnati is seeking a leadership-level Quality and Operations Manager to ensure every unit built and shipped meets or exceeds customer expectations on a daily basis. You will oversee Pre-Delivery and Finished Vehicle processes, coordinate with production on quality data, and drive containment actions when concerns arise.

The role develops personnel, manages department costs, and champions the Ford Production System and Quality Operating System, promoting teamwork and strong

Qualifications

• ICT qualifications: High school diploma or GED minimum.
• Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Strong analytical and communication abilities.
• Ability to mentor and lead teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage all Pre-Delivery operations (CAL, MVL, Rough Road and Ship to Gate counts).
• Manage Finished Vehicle inspection processes and update measurement programs per customer feedback (GQRS/Warranty/Export Markets).
• Oversee Finished Vehicle Inventory within plant objectives.
• Manage department staffing and costs.
• Ensure government regulations, safety, audits and system reviews are completed and reported.
• Coordinate real-time plant quality feedback to production.
• Lead containment and corrective actions with plant personnel.
• Oversee Pre-Delivery and Finished Vehicle audits for pre-build events.
• Develop and mentor personnel on QOS tools and policy deployment.
• Promote teamwork across hourly and salary workforce.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Ford in Cincinnati is seeking a leadership-level Quality and Operations Manager to ensure every unit built and shipped meets or exceeds customer expectations on a daily basis. You will oversee Pre-Delivery and Finished Vehicle processes, coordinate with production on quality data, and drive containment actions when concerns arise.

The role develops personnel, manages department costs, and champions the Ford Production System and Quality Operating System, promoting teamwork and strong