MP&L Manager

Overview At Ford, you’ll work on ideas that matter, alongside passionate people who want to make a global impact. Together, we’re shaping the next era of transportation—grounded in purpose, driven by progress. Make your move. Job Type: Full time Work Type: On-site MP&L Manager 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. A career at Ford Motor Company will offer professional development and growth with opportunities for advancement into leadership and executive positions. In this position... The MP&L Manager will have MP&L functional knowledge, including new model launch planning, change control, bill of material, parts follow-up, shop floor scheduling, inventory planning, cycle checking, distribution, logistics, material handling, packaging, and industrial material to support the plant manufacturing processes with production and nonproduction materials. What you'll do... Provides high-level management of MP&L floor operations and Production Control (office support) department Coach and counsel lean manufacturing behaviors and instill discipline in MP&L processes Meet material handling guidelines and regulations Review and evaluate future plans for expansion and/or modification of the plant’s MP&L equipment, resources, and/or future facilities to determine the effect on MP&L operations Ensure proper salaried headcount and manpower is in place to support the business needs Develop department objectives, Master Schedule, Implementation Roadmaps Participate on plant’s senior leadership Operating Committee Participate with Supply Chain Management, scheduling, customers, and plant when there are production critical supply issues Assure Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, People, Maintenance, Environment objectives and operating systems implementation Prioritize key issues and allocate resources accordingly Assure Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), vehicle safety, ergonomics, housekeeping, etc., practices are being planned and adhered to Represent MP&L employees in local personnel development committee and ensure there is a developmental plan for MP&L employees, proper compensation planning, and performance reviews completed Coach and counsel salaried employees as required Develop action plans to improve morale within the department Reports to the Plant Manager Supervises two management-level direct reports You'll have... High school Degree or GED 10+ years progressive manufacturing and/or material handling experience Experience with high-level management of facility –wide material handling initiatives Experience supervising salaried employees, including managers Strong ability to interface with plant hourly personnel, salaried personnel, plant management, staff operations, logistics carriers, and production suppliers Strong analytical skills and quick decision making capability Ability to work well under pressure and manage high-pressure situations when necessary Proficient in computer applications (MS Office Suite) Successful candidate must be able to demonstrate leadership in “One FORD” behaviors, including outstanding interpersonal, teambuilding, and communication skills Even better, you may have... Bachelor’s Degree in or related to Material Handling, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or Packing Engineering preferred Experience in scheduling, distribution, supply chain, inventory planning, bill of material, change control, new model launch, logistics, material hand…

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