Manufacturing HR Business Partner

Manufacturing HR Business Partner at Ford Motor Company

The Manufacturing HR Business Partner serves as a critical strategic partner and hands‑on HR leader within automotive manufacturing plants and parts depots. The role supports the hourly and salaried workforce, drives business objectives through HR initiatives, fosters a positive work environment, manages the employee lifecycle, ensures compliance, and champions talent development, engagement, and labor relations on the production floor.

• Serve as a trusted advisor to plant leadership, translating business strategy into impactful HR initiatives that optimize organizational effectiveness.
• Design and execute advanced talent management strategies, including performance optimization, leadership development, succession planning, compensation, and talent acquisition.
• Leverage HR analytics to extract insights, predict workforce trends, and inform strategic decisions.
• Champion a high‑performance, inclusive culture and lead employee recognition, DEI initiatives, and cultural events.
• Lead strategic engagement with labor unions, negotiate agreements, and resolve grievances and disputes.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies, manage risk, and uphold ethical standards.
• Optimize HR operational processes including payroll, attendance, leave programs, and workplace wellness.
• Maintain daily presence on the plant floor, building relationships and addressing workplace concerns.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of relevant HR and labor experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• PHR or SHRM‑CP certifications are a plus.

Onsite presence at the manufacturing plant is required. Occasional lifting of up to 10 pounds (no more than one‑third of the time) and standing on the plant floor at least 20% of the time. Work is primarily seated; no significant stooping, climbing, or repetitive hand‑fingers actions. Noise levels are low to moderate.

• Strategic Partnership
• Data Storytelling
• Talent Management
• Employee Lifecycle Expertise
• Business and Operational Acumen
• Positive Employee and Labor Relations
• Risk Management
• Change Management
• Ethical Practice
• Labor Relations and Negotiation
• Contractual Compliance and Interpretation
• Grievance Management
• Workforce Planning

• Immediate medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp‑up programs, subsidized backup child care
• Family building benefits including adoption, surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments
• Vehicle discount program; management leases available
• Tuition assistance
• Active employee resource groups
• Paid time off for community service
• Paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
• Optional additional vacation purchase

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. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1‑888‑336‑0660.

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.