Maintenance Inventory Management Specialist, BlueOval Battery Park Michigan

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford were all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves

Fords legacy of innovation is about to reach new heights. Imagine being on the ground floor of something truly extraordinary. At BlueOval Battery Park Michigan were not just assembling battery systems; were leading a transformation. As a key member of our start-up team youll have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to launch a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility from the ground up. Imagine: you at the forefront of the electrification movement helping to bring the next generation of vehicles to driveways job sites and highways everywhere.

At BlueOval Battery Park Michigan you will...

use your entrepreneurial skills and team mindset to come up with data-driven solutions

build and lead an agile team to deliver the advanced technology that drives the future

create a culture of trust encourage diversity of thought and foster leadership in others

be part of the historic transformation of the automotive industry.

1. Equipment Maintenance & Reliability Management:

Lead and manage the preventive and corrective maintenance plan for all Powered Material Handling Vehicles (PMHV) and material handling equipment to ensure optimal operational availability.

Follow up and manage the inventory of spare and critical parts required for PMHVs and Material Handling equipment minimizing downtime.

Optimize maintenance equipment utilization and costs in accordance with budgets and cost objectives.

Meet and drive improvement for Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) and Mean Time To Repair (MTTR) objectives for critical equipment.

Manage and tracking performance of VMI service providers

2. Operational Excellence & Daily Management:

Coach team members on Safety Quality and Productivity (SQP) to ensure objectives are met through diligent adherence to standardized work.

Monitor ANDON occurrences effectively; act as the first responder and provide secondary support to resolve issues promptly.

Determine and optimize the material distribution mechanism according to the operational plan continuously improving distribution efficiency.

Through Process Confirmation verify that the material handling operation is running safely smoothly and that equipment reliability is not a constraint to production.

Oversee warehouse management ensuring 5S standards and site identification meet requirements accounts are consistently accurate and inventory and document management targets are achieved 100%.

Meet operational targets for inventory levels cost scrap reduction supply availability and tooling expenses.

3. Continuous Improvement & System Adherence:

Support and champion Kaizen (Continuous Improvement) initiatives; coach problem resolution techniques to the lowest appropriate level within the team.

Ensure adherence and compliance with Ford Production System (FPS) guidelines QS 9000 DOT/HAZMAT regulations ISO 14001 environmental standards and PMHV operational guidelines.

4. Team Leadership & Administration:

Foster effective Communication and implement Recognition practices to motivate and engage the team.

Create a conducive and supportive work environment for the team(s) to complete their assigned responsibilities and tasks efficiently and safely.

Perform basic administration of supervisory responsibilities and maintain accurate up-to-date documentation.

Youll Have

Bachelors degree or above in Industrial Engineering Mechanical Engineering or a related field or equivalent experience

At least 3 years of order and inventory management experience in large manufacturing enterprises.

At least 5 years of working experience in a logistics planning or operational role within a manufacturing plant.

Experience in maintenance of equipment particularly Powered Material Handling Vehicles (PMHV).

Knowledge of constraint management principles.

Ability to work rotating shifts which may include nights and weekends

Even Better Youll have...

Experience in logistics automation project implementation.

In-depth knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook).

Problem-Solving & Conflict Management: Strong problem-solving capabilities to address both operational and equipment-related issues coupled with effective conflict management skills.

Organizational & Administrative Skills: Strong organizational and administrative skills to manage maintenance schedules spare parts inventory documentation and team tasks.

Communication Skills: excellent verbal and written communication skills.

You may not check every box or your experience may look a little different from what weve outlined but if you think you can bring value to the BlueOval Battery Park Michigan facility we encourage you to apply!

This role will start remote and then will be working hybrid out of Marshall MI with the expectation to be on-site at Marshall once building construction and timing is established (relocation package available).

Once your employment with Ford commences you will be assigned to BlueOval Battery Michigan LLC. You will continue to be employed by Ford Motor Company but work at BlueOval Battery Michigan Fords wholly owned subsidiary located in Marshall Michigan. You will remain an at-will employee at all times during your employment with Ford or any Ford affiliate or subsidiary with which you later become employed.

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 builderor all of the above No matter what you choose we offer a work life that works for you including:
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 Years Day
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

This position is a salary grade 8.

For more information on salary and benefits click here: sponsorship is not available for this position.
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