Fleet Operations & Projects Team Lead

Job ID 67268 Category Manufacturing Location Hermosillo, Mexico Work Type On-site

We are looking for an Industrial Engineer to join the MP&L team, reporting directly to the ME Manager. This role is responsible for ensuring workstation ergonomics, planning and executing the annual efficiency plan, applying lean manufacturing tools, driving problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives, and supporting production, quality, and cost objectives, as well as actively participating in new model launch processes.

Responsibilities

• Participate as an active member of the Local Ergonomics Committee.
• Conduct ergonomic evaluations of workstations and follow up on stations flagged as "red" and ergonomic complaints.
• Perform annual ergonomic evaluation of 100% of workstations.
• Define stations suitable for pregnant employees and individuals with disabilities.
• Conduct ergonomic evaluation of 100% of new projects involving station or process modifications.
• Plan, define, and execute the annual efficiency plan.
• Generate change proposals and present them to the Union and Human Resources.
• Coordinate with support areas (MP&L, Safety, Maintenance, Systems).
• Develop and deliver the change management "booklet" on schedule.
• Follow up on rebalancing implementation once executed.
• Update Broadcast, e-tracker, and EPQS with every rebalance.
• Ensure workstation compliance with standards (92% total, 95% low option).
• Develop efficiency projects in SAP and present them to Finance/Controllership.
• Get involved in engineering changes affecting station layout or labor, and adjust GSPAS accordingly.
• Maintain 3x3 versatility training related to rebalancing.
• Apply lean manufacturing tools and processes to improve operational performance.
• Identify innovation projects to increase operational efficiency.
• Model Ford OS behaviors when working with the team.
• Use quantitative problem-solving and quality improvement tools (Six Sigma, Kaizen).
• Deliver daily production volume safely while meeting quality and cost targets.
• Design and execute a competitive, cost-effective operating business plan.
• Forecast costs, identify drivers/causes, and adjust plans to meet targets.
• Prepare cost estimates and new or revised methods and standards.
• Support engineering changes related to new model launches.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage workstation ergonomics (evaluation, follow-up, and compliance).
• Plan, execute, and control the annual efficiency plan (including SAP and Controllership reporting).
• Apply lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies (Six Sigma, Kaizen).
• Ensure achievement of production, quality, and cost targets.
• Manage operating costs and cost estimation processes.
• Support new model launch activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.
• Experience in Production, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, and Launch.
• Professional/working proficiency in English.

Must Have Skills

• Leadership
• Teamwork
• Conflict management
• Knowledge of Six Sigma, SPC, and Statistics
• Dimensional knowledge
• Problem-solving
• Lean Manufacturing
• Proficiency in Minitab, QLS, FIS

Highly Desirable Skills

• Prior experience with rebalancing processes and change management.
• Familiarity with tools such as Teamcenter, WBDM, CM4D, DVA, VAST, SRI.
• Experience presenting to Finance/Controllership.
• Experience participating in ergonomics or safety committees.

Education Preference

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering (or related field).

Competencies/Skills to be Gained

• Advanced management of efficiency projects and organizational change.
• Mastery of lean manufacturing and problem-solving tools (Six Sigma, Kaizen).
• Negotiation and presentation skills with Union, HR, and Controllership stakeholders.
• Proficiency in specialized systems (SAP, Teamcenter, WBDM, CM4D, etc.).
• Team leadership and development of operational versatility.
• Strategic vision for operating cost planning and new model launch execution.

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