Team Manager-MP&L

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. What will you make today? 

As part of our Manufacturing team, you’ll help build the world-class, state-of-the-art smart vehicles we're known for. In our plants around the world, we’re constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. You'll get the satisfaction of making great products people use and love.

In this position... 

This role will be responsible for leading a Material Handling team of hourly and salaried employees at the Sterling Axle Plant. 

What you'll do...

• Direct and control the management of production and non-production materials from the loading/unloading receiving/shipping docks, shipping/receiving CMMS transactions, line feeding up to the point of use to the production customer, which includes proper storage, material disposition, Hazmat, continuous improvement, PMHV equipment management, scrap/recycling production material, forward model launch timing, change control, synchronous material flow, marketplace mgmt., onsite switching, bullpen mgmt., container mgmt., and industrial material. 
• Manage the business with policy deployment objectives, implementation plans, and proper accountability.
• Conduct department reviews, which include status and improvement actions for safety, quality, delivery, cost, people, maintenance, environment and launch (S,Q,D,C,P,M,E,L). 
• Maintain departmental budget and implement plans for continuous improvement in logistics, labor and overhead accounts. 
• Develop and implement processes to ensure the effective training and development of department personnel and create developmental opportunities for direct reports. 
• Administer salary performance reviews, reward and recognize, and address any needed corrective actions. 
• Review, evaluate and implement future plans for new programs, which may include modification of plant equipment, resources, and/or facilities to determine the effect on operations. 
• Provide direction and support to Material Handling personnel for operations.
• Work with our hourly partners to address any dept. issues or dept. opportunities.

You'll have... 

• Bachelor's degree
• Strong ability to interface with plant hourly, salaried personnel, and plant management.
• Strong ability to present in front of plant leadership.
• Ability to teach Production System principles.
• Competent in the use of data for decision making.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Excellent leadership skills with demonstrated ability to resolve diverse problems.

Even better, you may have...

• Bachelor's degree in Material Planning and Logistics, Supply Chain mgmt., Material Handling/Packaging Engineering, Business Administration, Industrial Operations, Logistics, desirable
• Demonstrate Ford Leadership behaviors. 
• Ford Production System, Synchronous Material Flow, and lean manufacturing knowledge and experience for material replenishment desired
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills 
• Previous plant experience 
• Knowledge of CMMS, TWOs, SMART, CPARs, SFR, OSHIM, is a benefit.

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, and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care 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. 

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