Government Regulations Coordinator, Ford at BlueOval City, Tennessee Electric Vehicle Center

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? 

Ford’s legacy of innovation is about to reach new heights. Imagine being on the ground floor of something truly extraordinary. At Ford at BlueOval City, Tennessee Electric Vehicle Center, we’re not just assembling vehicles; we’re leading a transformation. As a key member of our start-up team, you’ll have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to launch a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility from the ground up. Imagine: you, at the forefront of the electrification movement, helping to bring the next generation of vehicles to driveways, job sites and highways everywhere. 
At Ford at BlueOval City, Tennessee Electric Vehicle Center, 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.
 

The Government Regulations Coordinator (GRC) ensures the Tennessee Electric Vehicle Center (TEVC) complies with government regulations and quality standards. This role oversees vehicle certification, audits, and production compliance to meet safety and emissions requirements. Responsibilities include regulatory compliance, quality assurance, audit validation and supporting vehicle certification, conformity of production (COP), and government audits.

Regulatory Compliance & Audits:

• Oversee QLS Campaign input and manage vehicle yard locations for quality holds, launch holds, engineering holds, and stop ships.
• Conduct required audits and report findings to plant management.
• Cooperate with Corporate Fresh Eye reviews and lead local validation audits.
• Represent the plant during government inspections, regulatory audits, and compliance reviews.
• Assist with NHTSA investigations, coordinating necessary requests.
• Manage external audits to ensure regulatory compliance and industry standards (e.g., ISO 9001).
• Maintain COP Control plans for non-self-certifying markets.
• Review Ford Automotive Procedures (FAP) and ensure plant compliance with established standards.
• Collaborate with internal teams to implement corrective actions generated from audits.

Quality Assurance & Plant Operations:

• Conduct vehicle audits to ensure emission and certification compliance.
• Engage in daily and weekly quality meetings to address concerns and drive improvements.
• Oversee error-proofing processes and manage torque audits for production accuracy.
• Validate compliance with windshield primer application, sealer expiration monitoring, material traceability, and any other requirements.
• Ensure proper VIN stamping for and traceability for body, engine, and transmission components.
• Perform security audits on VIN Plates and certification labels to prevent discrepancies.
• Supervise required fluid testing and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Work closely with engineering and production teams to resolve compliance-related concerns.

New Model Launch & Change Management:

• Ensure FMVSS/CMVSS inspection items are recorded in QLS.
• Participate in new model launch meetings and monitor regulatory validation.
• Help update NAVIS to reflect compliance requirements.
• Verify emission certification documents.

EV Specific Management:

• Ensure compliance with electric vehicle (EV) regulations, including battery safety, charging requirements, and any other initiatives.
• Monitor evolving government policies and recommend necessary adjustments.
• Oversee EV-specific regulatory audits and ensure compliance with international standards.

Personnel & Training:

• Train new Supervisors/Managers on FMVSS requirements.
• Develop and coordinate backup training for GRC hourly staff.

You'll Have…

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Assurance, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing quality, vehicle regulations, or audit processes.
• Strong knowledge of government vehicle regulations, emission standards, and certification requirements.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams in regulatory compliance initiatives.

Even Better, You'll Have…

• Experience with QLS, MCIR, and GSPAS audits.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools for compliance tracking and reporting.
• Ab