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

Ford’s legacy of innovation is about to reach new heights. Imagine being on the ground floor of something truly extraordinary. At Blue Oval 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 Blue Oval 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.

In this position...

What you'll do...

• Operating production equipment:
  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).
• Quality control:
  Conduct visual inspections and basic testing of batteries to ensure they meet quality standards, identifying and reporting any defects.
• Quality control:
  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.
• Quality control:
  Measure/analyze collected samples accurately with the provided measuring equipment.
• Process adherence:
  Follow established operating procedures and work instructions to maintain production consistency and safety.
• Troubleshooting and maintenance:
  Perform basic troubleshooting on production equipment, identifying and reporting malfunctions to maintenance personnel.
• Troubleshooting and maintenance:
  Advanced machine troubleshooting. Drive troubleshooting and problem-solving activities when equipment breaks down and target performance has not been achieved.
• Troubleshooting and maintenance:
  Perform autonomous maintenance activities like cleaning, lubricating, visual and auditory inspections, and the use of basic hand tools.
• Data collection and reporting:
  Record production data, monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), and report any discrepancies to supervisors.
• Data collection and reporting:
  Collects and analyzes data, inspects products and processes, conducts tests, assists with research and development, and records results.
• Safety compliance:
  Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Required skills and qualifications:
  
  Mechanical aptitude and ability to understand basic electrical and mechanical concepts.
• Required skills and qualifications:
  
  Attention to detail and ability to maintain quality standards.
• Required skills and qualifications:
  
  Basic computer literacy for data entry and monitoring systems.
• Required skills and qualifications:
  
  Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with repetitive tasks.
• Required skills and qualifications:
  
  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.

You'll have...

• 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

Even better, you may have...

• 3 years of directly related work experience troubleshooting or hands on experience in automation…