Mechanical Maintenance Team Technician, 2nd Shift, BlueOval Battery Park Michigan

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.
 

***** During training and initial launch, the operating pattern will be an 8-10 hour shift schedule and then transition to a 12-hour shift schedule. *****

What You’ll Do
Key responsibilities may include:

• Preventative Maintenance:
  o Regularly inspecting, cleaning, lubricating, and performing scheduled maintenance on production equipment like mixing machines, coating machines, clean rooms, and assembly robots to prevent breakdowns.
  o Work on continuous process improvements to ensure the line is operating at its designed level at all times.

• Troubleshooting and Repair:
  o Diagnosing and resolving mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues with production equipment, including identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.

• Equipment Calibration:
  o Performing routine calibrations on critical measurement devices to ensure accuracy in the production process.

• Quality Control:
  o Monitoring production processes to identify potential quality defects and taking corrective actions to maintain product quality standards.

• Data Analysis:
  o Interpreting equipment performance data to identify areas for improvement and implement optimization strategies.

• Safety Compliance:
  o Adhering to all safety procedures, wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE), and reporting any safety hazards immediately.

• Documentation:
  o Maintaining detailed records of maintenance activities, repairs, and parts used.

• Collaboration:
  o Working closely with production operators, engineers, and other maintenance technicians to identify and address equipment issues.
 

You'll have...

Required Skills and Qualifications:  
Minimum requirements: 
•    Department of Labor or State Recognized Certification, or Military Equivalent 
•    Previous Industrial Mechanical experience or combination of previous work experience and training equivalent 
•    Working knowledge of advanced mechanical principles 
•    Exceptional computer skills, reading and data interpretation 
•    Must be at least 18 years of age 
•    Comfortable learning new technology 
•    Legally authorized to work in the US

Even better, you may have...
Preferred requirements:

•    Previous industrial mechanical experience or combination of previous work experience and training equivalent  
•    Expert knowledge and experience of automation machinery specifications 
•    Expert knowledge with machining, repairing and/or rebuilding machinery, and machine components using laths, mills, grinders etc
•    Advanced knowledge of all mechanical systems 
•    Proficient in reading and comprehension of technical drawings and schematics 
•    Advanced computer skills, reading, and interpreting data 
•    Fundamental knowledge of PLC such as Siemens, Rockwell, etc. 
•    Knowledge and skills of conveyors, drives, robots, and computers 
•    Knowledge of HVAC systems including troubleshooting fans and blowers

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!

 Rate of Pay and Benefits: $46.25 per hour

• Bonus Program – Performance-based bonus program recognizing the work you do every day
• Employee Experience – Recognition programs and activities which focus on your importance to our success
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan – Company matches 100% of first 5% of base wages contributed, and additional Company contributions
• Paid Time Off
  • Up to four weeks of Vacation each year as you grow with the Company
  • Holidays and Wellness (sick) days
• New Parent Leave following birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child
• Health
  • Medical, Dental and Vision insurance for you and your family, beginning with your date of hire
  • Health Care Flexible Spending Account
  • Mental health and wellness counseling
• Life Insurance – Company-provided Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance; additional coverage available
• Disability – Company-provided Short-term Disability coverage; additional coverage available
• Ford Vehicle Discounts – Save on new Ford vehicle purchases for you, your family and your friends

Discounts on insurance (e.g. ho