Process Coach, Material Handling, BlueOval Battery Park Michigan at Ford Global Career Site

Marshall, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Material Handling, Lean Manufacturing, Logistics Planning, Problem Solving, Analytical Skills, Communication Skills, Collaboration, Adaptability, Leadership, Time Study, Capacity Planning, Safety Management, Continuous Improvement, Resource Allocation, ERP Systems, Automotive MP&L

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

Build and lead an agile team to deliver the advanced technology that drives the future 1. Responsible for the daily material handling functions for the facility and the department. Ensure proper material flow from the marketplace to the production line feed location. Provide direction and support in the allocation of resources to appropriately cover material handling responsibilities. Support Continuous Improvement and coach problem resolution to the lowest level. Support Ford Production System and synchronous material flow through lean manufacturing practices. Ability to work nights, weekends, and rotating shifts. High School Diploma or GED 3+ years of working experience in a logistics planning position in a manufacturing plant. More than three years of lean logistics improvement project experience. At least 2 years of experience in system audits (e.g., process, safety). Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles, constraint management principles, logistics planning, and management. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook). Familiar with ERP system background logic (SAP, MES, LES, etc.) structure. Bachelor's degree or above, preferably in Industrial Engineering/Engineering/Logistics or a related field, or equivalent experience Experience in Automotive MP&L (Material Planning & Logistics) and Logistics is preferable, new warehousing and logistics planning projects, and logistics automation project implementation. Analytical & Problem-Solving Acumen: Possesses strong analytical, logical thinking, and systematic problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions. Demonstrated knowledge of line balancing, time study, material flow, and capacity planning is essential. Communication & Collaboration: Excellent communication and presentation skills in English, with a strong ability to convey information effectively and collaborate proactively as a team player, supporting colleagues and team objectives. Adaptability & Proactive Work Ethic: Exhibits an open mind, eagerness to learn, and adaptability to change. Demonstrates a proactive, "can-do" attitude, taking initiative and approaching challenges with a solution-oriented mindset. Resilience & Flexibility: Capable of maintaining performance and composure under pressure, meeting tight deadlines, and adapting to various work schedules, including any shift, rotating shifts, and weekends. Leadership Potential: Shows capacity for effective leadership, including the ability to assign work to a unionized hourly workforce and hold employees accountable for adhering to safety, quality, and throughput processes. 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 builder or 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, 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 Year's Day Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time. For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSRSP1 This position is a range of salary grades 6 and 7 . Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Responsibilities

Responsible for daily material handling functions and ensuring proper material flow from the marketplace to production lines. Provide direction and support for resource allocation and continuous improvement initiatives.