Production Operator, 1st Shift, BlueOval Battery Park Michigan- PACK

Ford Motor • Marshall, MI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Ford’s legacy of innovation is about to reach new heights. Imagine being on the ground floor of something truly extraordinary. At BlueOval Battery Park Michigan, we’re not just assembling battery systems; 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 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, and be part of the historic transformation of the automotive industry.

Requirements

• Mechanical aptitude and ability to understand basic electrical and mechanical concepts
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain quality standards
• Basic computer literacy for data entry and monitoring systems
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with repetitive tasks
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Candidates must possess full flexibility and a readiness to consistently work across all established standard, operating, and rotational shift schedules, encompassing day, night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
• High School Diploma, GED (General Education Development), or equivalency
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Comfortable learning new technology
• Legally authorized to work in the US

Nice To Haves

• 3 years of directly related work experience troubleshooting or hands on experience in automation industry.
• Experience with trouble shooting or hands on experience with machines.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and monitor automated machinery used in battery pack assembly, including feeding raw materials, adjusting settings, and ensuring consistent production flow.
• Monitor and interact with computerized manufacturing equipment to produce battery packs and check equipment regularly to ensure normal operating activity.
• Diagnose machine/process issues and make machine adjustments.
• Navigate computer and machine programs. Run queries to troubleshoot issues and keep machines running properly.
• Assist with training new production operators using Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Conduct visual inspections and basic testing of batteries to ensure they meet quality standards, identifying and reporting any defects.
• Identify irregularities which are not compliant to work instructions and control plan regarding work environment, production process, raw materials, and the quality of semi-finished products.
• Measure/analyze collected samples accurately with the provided measuring equipment.
• Follow established operating procedures and work instructions to maintain production consistency and safety.
• Perform basic troubleshooting on production equipment, identifying and reporting malfunctions to maintenance personnel.
• Advanced machine troubleshooting. Drive troubleshooting and problem-solving activities when equipment breaks down and target performance has not been achieved.
• Perform autonomous maintenance activities like cleaning, lubricating, visual and auditory inspections, and the use of basic hand tools.
• Record production data, monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), and report any discrepancies to supervisors.
• Collects and analyzes data, inspects products and processes, conducts tests, assists with research and development, and records results.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED