Manufacturing Material Alert Engineer at Ford Global Career Site

Dearborn, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain Management, Material Planning, Process Management, Communication Skills, Problem-Solving, Attention to Detail, Collaboration, Microsoft Office Suite, Material Management Systems, Production Planning Systems, Ford's Material Flow Processes, Production Validation Team Processes, Automotive Stamping Operations, Automotive Assembly Operations

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

Alert Management Process: Manage the end-to-end process of generating, tracking, and communicating material reallocation alerts for each specific flow path and material grade. Production Validation Team (PVT) Liaison: Serve as the Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for all Production Validation Team (PVT) requests related to alert approvals, ensuring timely review and resolution. Trial Team Support: Act as the primary SPOC for all trial team members, facilitating their requests for new alerts and providing necessary guidance and support. Cross-Functional Communication: Create and disseminate comprehensive documentation and/or communicate alert information to external suppliers (mills, blankers) and internal stakeholders (stamping plants, Supplier Technical Assistance - STA) to ensure proper signage and implementation within both stamping and assembly plants. Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering (e.g., Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Materials Science) or a related technical field. Experience: [Specify desired years, e.g., 2+] years of experience in manufacturing operations, supply chain, material planning, or a related field within the automotive industry. Process Management: Demonstrated ability to manage complex processes, track multiple data points, and ensure adherence to established protocols. Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey critical information clearly and concisely to diverse audiences, from plant personnel to engineering teams and external suppliers. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, capable of identifying potential material flow issues and proactively implementing solutions. Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail is crucial for accurate alert generation, tracking, and documentation. Collaboration: Proven ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment. Computer Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and experience with material management or production planning systems. Familiarity with Ford's material flow processes and internal systems. Experience with Production Validation Team (PVT) processes. Knowledge of automotive stamping and assembly plant operations.

Responsibilities

Manage the end-to-end process of generating, tracking, and communicating material reallocation alerts. Serve as the Single Point of Contact for all Production Validation Team requests related to alert approvals and facilitate trial team requests for new alerts.