Team Manager Quality, Ford Energy in , us

Quality Team Manager

Ford Energy is a newly formed, wholly‑owned subsidiary of Ford Motor Company dedicated to accelerating U.S. energy independence. Leveraging Ford’s century of manufacturing excellence and world‑class battery energy storage systems (BESS) technology, Ford Energy designs, manufactures and services grid‑scale and commercial DC battery energy storage systems. The company is not just building batteries; it is building the infrastructure for the next generation of the American grid.

Why Ford Energy? You have the backing of an industrial manufacturing powerhouse combined with the agility of a dedicated energy start‑up offering industry‑leading technology. Compensation includes performance‑based bonuses, Ford vehicle discounts and the opportunity to shape the energy strategy of one of the world’s most iconic brands.

Responsibilities

In this critical role you will:

• Lead an agile team to deliver advanced technology driving the future of mobility.
• Apply an entrepreneurial mindset to implement data‑driven solutions in a high‑stakes manufacturing environment.
• Create a culture of trust, encourage inquiry, and foster the next generation of leaders.

Operational Excellence & Quality Systems

• Drive continuous adherence to the Quality Operating System (QOS) and lead Ford Energy Production System activities.
• Manage pre‑delivery finished inventory and assess “OK to Ship” status daily to ensure the highest quality products reach customers.
• Provide real‑time quality feedback to departments and ensure quality specifications are upheld.
• Oversee surveillance calls and campaigns, ensuring all departments respond with urgency and precision.
• Drive lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement processes across all functions.

Leadership & Culture

• Develop a “Leaders as Teachers” environment, providing coaching and training to optimize individual performance and career advancement.
• Embrace the Gemba philosophy: engage regularly on the production floor to listen, learn and problem‑solve alongside your team.
• Remove barriers to success for your team, developing their technical skills and professional capabilities.
• Champion a culture of learning and effective communication to achieve Ford Energy’s Vision, Mission and Values.

Strategic Management

• Achieve business results by delivering on key performance indicators (KPIs) and meeting corporate standards for timing, budget and First Time Through (FTT) capability.
• Collaborate across functions to influence quality standards and build meaningful professional relationships.
• Represent Ford Energy positively within the facility and the local community.

Capabilities for Success

• Resilient Leader: an emotionally intelligent leader who remains calm and decisive in ambiguous or high‑pressure situations.
• Collaborative Influencer: proven ability to build trust and influence cross‑functional teams to achieve shared business strategies.
• Complexity Manager: skilled at managing highly complex processes and communicating effectively with all levels of leadership.
• Business Acumen: strong project management skills with a focus on results‑oriented team development.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in a related technical field.
• Experience: Significant experience in manufacturing processes and quality systems.
• Leadership: Proven leadership experience with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to drive technical solutions.
• Even better, you may have a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Management or a related field.
• Six Sigma Black Belt certification.
• Strong working knowledge of traceability and testing data systems.
• Demonstrated expertise in conflict management, negotiation and persuasion.
• Ability to work closely with others to deliver results in a fast‑paced environment.

Leadership Attributes

• Strategic Visionary: translate the evolving global energy storage market into actionable maintenance strategies.
• Decisive Under Pressure: remain calm and make rapid, data‑driven decisions during facility constraints or critical equipment failures.
• Adaptability: lead a team through the ambiguity of a new site startup, building and refining processes in real time.
• Business Partner: translate technical maintenance requirements into sound financial business cases for executive stakeholders.
• Visionary strategic thinker capable of navigating rapidly evolving global energy storage markets.

Location & Travel

U.S. with domestic travel.

Compensation

This leadership level 6 role ranges from $115,500 to $218,100. Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate’s skills, experience and market value.

Legal

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must verify employment eligibility at the time of hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. If you require a reasonable accommodation for the online application process, please call 1‑888‑336‑0660.