We are seeking an Implementation Specialist who will coordinate with Manufacturing Engineering (Process, Quality etc.), 3rd Party Integrators, IT Application Product Driven Organizations (PDO), Powertrain Operations Manufacturing Engineering (PTME), Site IT, Hardware Installers, and Network Planners to integrate, launch, and prove out plant floor applications to support key manufacturing build dates. The ideal candidate will have prior experience with installing or operationally supporting plant floor applications in either Vehicle Operations, Battery, or Powertrain plants. As a member of our team, you will be responsible for the deployment of plant floor IT systems. You will need to quickly come up to speed on the PTO applications including machine monitoring and birth history so as to communicate effectively with plant and PTO business resources as well as team subject matter experts.

　　In this role, you will be responsible for working with vendors and internal application development and support teams to install, test, and debug assigned applications. He/she may also direct the efforts of others, including agency personnel or third party application integrators, depending on the project assigned. The candidate will be responsible for timing their deliverables to critical program milestones such as TT, PP, Job 1, MP1 and MP2. Assignments will be in support of programs at any of the Ford vehicle assembly plants in North America.

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　　Responsibilities

　　Develop and strengthen relationships with business partners at North American core and integrated Powertrain Operations plants; identify and communicate business requirements with Product Driven Organizations.

　　Manage budget for requirements in New Model Program launch projects

　　Engage Implementation team to process vendor quotes and orders, and track order delivery to sites

　　Manage launch project milestones, and coordinate scope with North American Cycle Plan

　　Attend and participate regularly in status meetings, to report progress and escalate issues in need of resolution

　　Work with business partners to ensure launch support requirements and costs are accurately forecasted and submitted to Manufacturing Business Office as part of New Model Program study

　　Job Requirements:

　　Although this position is based in Dearborn, Michigan, the job may require travel to plant launch sites in North America during critical phases of each new model program, or as needed to support project scope

　　To support New Model Program build events (TT, PP, Job 1, MP1&2) the candidate may be required to work during non-standard hours, such as evenings, weekends, holidays, or off-shift hours to meet plant support needs

　　Candidate must be legally able to travel to and work in U.S., Canada, and Mexico

　　Physically able to work for long hours on the plant floor including climbing stairs/ladders to overhead mezzanines, etc., where equipment may be located

　　Other Qualifications

　　Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) with all levels of operating management

　　Working knowledge of Microsoft Office application suite

　　Strong interpersonal skills to build close working relationship with customers

　　Effective team player

　　Rally experience/Agile experience

　　Able to comfortably manage multiple assignments at one time, good time management skills.

　　Broad business and manufacturing perspective - in-depth understanding of assembly plant operations and business practices.

　　What you’ll receive in return :

　　As part of the Ford family, you’ll enjoy excellent compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes generous PTO, retirement, savings, and stock investment plans, incentive compensation, and much more. You’ll also experience exciting opportunities for professional and personal growth and recognition.

　　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. Visa sponsorship will not be available for this position.

　　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.

　　For information on Ford's salary and benefits, please visit:

　　https://corporate.ford.com/content/dam/corporate/us/en-us/documents/careers/2022-benefits-and-comp-GSR-sal-plan-1.pdf

　　Requisition ID : 22701