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 BlueOval 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.

In this position, you will:

• Operate production equipment safely and efficiently, 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.
• Conduct visual inspections and basic testing of batteries to ensure they meet quality standards, identifying and reporting any defects.
• Follow established operating procedures and work instructions to maintain production consistency and safety.
• Perform basic troubleshooting on production equipment, identifying and reporting malfunctions to maintenance personnel.
• Record production data, monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), and report any discrepancies to supervisors.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Requirements:

• 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
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to understand basic electrical and mechanical concepts
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain quality standards
• Basic computer literacy for data entry and monitoring systems
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with repetitive tasks
• Strong teamwork and communication skills

Benefits:

• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
• Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, 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.

Rate of Pay and Benefits: $27.20 per hour