Job Category: ManufacturingDegree Level: Bachelor's Degree or equivalentJob Description: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, we're all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?In this position...Ford is investing over 50 billion to build state-of-the art manufacturing facilities in US and Eu to manufacture an exciting portfolio of EV vehicles. State of the art technologies and processes for Battery cell, arrays and packs form a core of our competitive leadership strategy. Working with strong team of battery cell technology partners we are building brand-new mega manufacturing facilities and will leverage Ford's 100+years of automobile manufacturing expertise and will be among the largest cell manufacturing campuses in U.S. Like the iconic Rouge complex in Michigan did a century earlier. Ford has selected to partner with global partners for their Battery expertise, these facilities under construction now and others in time will usher in a new era for American manufacturing.Responsibilities:What you'll do...
Develop manufacturing process: lead, engineer line layouts and Implement the Battery Manufacturing processes and launch manufacturing facilities. Processes specific to electrode (mixing, coat, press, slit).
Lead simultaneous engineering with Product, Purchasing and Suppliers to deliver manufacturing feasibility: Drive design for manufacturability for new Cell and Module products.
Work closely with OEM's in the design of manufacturing equipment, process and tooling
Collaborate with automation and other technology partners to develop competitive solutions for productivity Understand and own ROI.
Lead development of Quality methods including process failure mode and analysis (PFMEA), associated gauging requirements and inspection methods. Deliver a Control plan per the quality strategy.
Develop Assembly system solutions including workstation requirements (work content, automated versus manual, buffering strategy, redundancy requirements, etc.)
Define Cycle time / OEE and other performance target with industrial engineering to develop optimal operating and labor strategies.
Define equipment acceptance criteria including duration, target results, and quality inspection plan.
Manage schedule and budget.
Track and own change management to deliver Quality / Cost and Timing
Lead equipment installation and coordinate with building and utilities team
Lead on site equipment buyoff per acceptance procedures
Support plant operations to achieve System performance objectives OEE, Cycle time / JPH et all
Enable successful process and system transition to plant operations.
Create detailed Manufacturing Instructions to document new processes.
Provide relevant process documentation (drawings, PM plans, spare parts, training manuals etc
Create and document detailed Manufacturing process know for new technologies and methods.
Provide plant assistance to support launch requests and extraordinary needs w/existing cell suppliers.
Qualifications:You'll have...
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, Automotive or Chemical)
3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering or project management, specifically leading the implementation and launch of new production lines.
Proven understanding of fundamental manufacturing principles, including process flow, line balancing, cycle time analysis, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
Practical experience in developing and applying quality methodologies such as Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) and Control Plans.
Proficiency in 2D/3D CAD software for layout and workstation design, coupled with strong project management skills including budget, schedule, and cross-functional team leadership.
Travel and mobility with short term relocation / ability to work remote is key.
Even better, you may have...
Master's degree in Engineering (Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, Automotive or Chemical)
5+ yers of experience in manufacturing engineering or project management
Direct experience in Battery (Cell or Module) manufacturing processes, particularly electrode manufacturing, or significant experience within the automotive sector.
Strong background in Design for Manufacturability (DFM), advanced automation, robotics, and manufacturing simulation tools.
Demonstrated experience in defining and executing equipment acceptance criteria (e.g., FAT/SAT), along with a deep understanding of mechanical design principles including tolerance stack-up.
Proven ability to lead large-scale capital projects and conduct Return on Investment (ROI) analyses for manufacturing technology and process improvements.
You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!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 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 Year's Day
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
For more information on salary and benefits,This position is a range of salary grades 6 - 8 .Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.#LI-Onsite #LI-DP1
