Launch Coordinator- Supplemental

JOB DESCRIPTION

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.

Note this is a supplemental position and is not eligible for all benefits

In this position...

The Launch Coordinator will support/coordinate overall process for product launches, including ensuring delivery of product, key milestones, and product content.

RESPONSIBILITIES

What you'll do...

• Monitoring projects against schedule within agreed costs and in accordance with deadlines.
• Product transfers from external sites and customer requirements during product transfer/product introduction to ensure all requirements are captured in project plans.
• Manufacturing requirements and determine the appropriate manufacturing strategy in conjunction with the functional managers.
• Packaging requirements and appropriate packaging strategy.
• Coordination with suppliers/vendors on- and off-site to make purchasing decisions
• Validation activities for new equipment and process.
• Reporting on key risks and providing recommendations for mitigation.
• Milestone meetings and document meeting outcomes for follow-up by respective category owners.
• Compliance with required standards i.e. Health and Safety, Environmental and regulatory requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS

You'll have...

• High School Diploma
• 5+ years of experience in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Even better, you may have...

• Automotive experience in a vehicle assembly plant
• Prior experience handling a unionized work force
• Safety and Quality experience preferred
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Past experience assigning work to unionized hourly workforce and holding employees accountable for following processes pertaining to daily work assignments in terms of safety and quality
• Strong organizational and administrative skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Strong problem-solving and conflict management skills
• Successful candidate must be able to demonstrate leadership behaviors combined with outstanding interpersonal, teambuilding and communication 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!

For a detailed look at our benefits, click here:

https://fordcareers.co/supplemental

This position is a leadership level 5.

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.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. 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.

#LI-Onsite

#LI-JL1