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Material Flow Engineer

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...

The MP&L Powertrain Material Flow Engineering team is seeking qualified candidates with the drive to support, plan, execute and launch new model programs across legacy ICE and new electrified propulsion manufacturing facilities. We drive the implementation of efficient layouts, best-in-class material delivery technologies and lean manufacturing while working cooperatively across multiple functional groups to meet financial and timing targets in today's highly competitive environment.

What you'll do..

• Support Material Flow planning in concert with New Model Programs. In this role you will:
• Ensure material flow and layouts are optimized to support lean manufacturing strategy and to manage parts and complexity, in-house and supporting external warehouses
• Ensure all material handling equipment is delivered on time to support program timing, including forecasting costs, developing equipment specifications and procuring the equipment
• Manage new model planning data bases such as Plan for Every Part (PFEP) including work with Packaging Eng for packaging approval process, NA Material Logistics and plants
• Develop a material flow plan and associated investment to deliver program
• Work with cross functional team to implement material flow layouts and plan for every part, including receiving, storage, delivery to line, off-line complexity management etc.
• Manage the design, development and procurement of all Material Handling equipment required for storage/delivery/lineside, including PMHVs, AGVs, storage racks, flow racks sequence rack, delivery dollies, lineside ergo equipment etc.
• Provide In-Plant launch support to implement material flow plan for new model programs
• Create and maintain open issues lists, Master Schedules, lead multi-functional teams, issue resolution, financial tracking and management of fund spending and equipment procurement.
• Travel up to 50% (when required) in support of program launches
• Work remotely and travel to the home office as needed

You'll have...

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or similar technical degree
• Practical understanding of Ford manufacturing and assembly processes
• Experience with successful automation implementations including AGV/AMR and warehouse automation
• Knowledge of CMMS, AutoCAD Plant Layout, PFEP Pro, MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), AVBOM, WERS, PFR, AURORA, CPARS (are these known externally) Team Center etc., preferred
• Validated verbal and written communication presentation and meeting skills
• Demonstrated project management skills

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 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 childcare 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.

For a detailed look at our benefits, click here: https://clicktime.symantec.com/15tpDKSLNMddCAomvZ4D4?h=Rw0z33r3WW4PJVVgU8mE8s0_QloaHFem07GoES0MZuI=&u=https://fordcareers.co/GSRnon-HTHD

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.