Production Operator, 1st Shift, BlueOval Battery Park Michigan

Ford Motor Company•Marshall, MI

38d

About The Position

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. 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 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.

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

Responsibilities

Safely operate and monitor automated machinery used in battery assembly, including feeding raw materials, adjusting settings, and ensuring consistent production flow.
Monitor and interact with computerized manufacturing equipment to produce batteries 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.
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).