Process Coach, Logistics, BlueOval Battery Park Michigan

Ford Motor; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer is seeking a Logistics Specialist to support the launch of a new battery production facility in Michigan. Candidates should have experience in logistics planning and team leadership. The position offers competitive benefits including medical coverage, flexible family care days, and tuition assistance.

Benefits

Immediate medical, dental, and vision coverage

Flexible family care days

Tuition assistance

Paid time off for community service

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years in logistics or logistics planning within manufacturing.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and logistics planning.
• Ability to work any shift including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Develop data-driven logistics solutions.
• Lead an agile team for advanced technology delivery.
• Support the launch of the BlueOval Battery Park facility.

Skills

Logistics experience

Lean Manufacturing principles

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

ERP systems (SAP, MES, LES)

Job description

Overview

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.

At BlueOval Battery Park Michigan, you will...

Responsibilities

1. Use your entrepreneurial skills and team mindset to come up with data-driven solutions.
2. Build and lead an agile team to deliver the advanced technology that drives the future.
3. Create a culture of trust, encourage diversity of thought and foster leadership in others.
4. Be part of the historic transformation of the automotive industry.
5. Contribute to the launch of the BlueOval Battery Park Michigan facility in Marshall, Michigan, producing lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery cells for next-generation Ford EVs.
6. Support the establishment of a new wholly owned subsidiary of Ford Motor Company with job creation and established processes for production readiness (targeting 2026 production).

Qualifications

You'll Have…

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3-5+ years of working experience in a logistics, and/or logistics planning position within a manufacturing plant.
• Ability to work any shift, as well as rotating shifts and weekends.
• 3 years of experience in new warehousing and logistics planning projects.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles, constraint management principles, logistics planning and management.

Even Better, You'll Have…

• Associate's degree highly preferred.
• MP&L (Material Planning & Logistics) experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook).
• Familiar with ERP system background logic (SAP, MES, LES, etc.) structure.
• At least 3 years of experience in system audits (e.g., process, inventory, safety).

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!

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, 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.

For more information on salary and benefits, please review the posting details. This position is a range of salary grades 6 and 7. Visa sponsorship is not available. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. If you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.