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.
ResponsibilitiesIn this position...
You will have oversight over maintenance and engineering operations, optimizing the assembly process through the collaboration of skilled trades work groups.
What you'll do...
Oversee production controls systems and associated systems
Conduct root cause analysis of downtime issues to prevent recurrence (4D process)
Analyze equipment performance and work to improve efficiencies; actively participate in Constraint Review Process
Lead oversight of controls and automation to include:
Indirect supervision of electrical trades and electrical technicians supporting production and facilities operations.
Robot, Automation and controls changes associated with process tooling and equipment. Includes programming and logic changes.
Work with ME/PE to launch new programs or equipment, optimize Automation and Controls systems for process tooling
Provide input to MPS for weekend and shutdown maintenance planning
Work any shift as well as rotating shifts and weekends
Work collaboratively with Skilled Trades to create modern solutions and pursue new technologies
You'll have...
High School Diploma or GED
One or more years of technical work experience and troubleshooting in a Manufacturing or an OEM Tooling environment
Even better, you may have...
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Automation, Controls or Robotics Engineering
Technical certification in Robot / Automation and Controls
Three or more years of automotive experience
One or more years of experience with Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)
Validated experience managing a unionized work force
Demonstrated skill with automotive controls and robotics
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!
As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care 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.
This position is a salary grade 6 and ranges from $72,480-121,440.
This position is a salary grade 7 and ranges from $84,480-141,360.
This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $96,720-162,120.
For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSR
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. 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.
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Skills Required
- High School Diploma or GED
- One or more years of technical work experience and troubleshooting in a Manufacturing or OEM Tooling environment
- Willingness to work any shift, including rotating shifts and weekends
- Legal authorization to work in the United States (visa sponsorship not available)
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Automation, Controls or Robotics Engineering
- Technical certification in Robot / Automation and Controls
- Three or more years of automotive experience
- One or more years of experience with Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)
- Validated experience managing a unionized work force
- Demonstrated skill with automotive controls and robotics
Ford Motor Company Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Ford Motor Company and has not been reviewed or approved by Ford Motor Company.
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Pay Growth & Progression — The 2023 UAW–Ford agreement delivered immediate raises, restored cost-of-living adjustments, and accelerated progression to top rates for many hourly roles. These changes improved earnings trajectories compared with pre-2023 levels.
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Healthcare Strength — Hourly employees retained very low employee cost-sharing under the 2023–2028 UAW–Ford agreement, and salaried materials describe comprehensive day‑one medical, dental, and prescription coverage. Mental-health support and family‑building benefits add depth to the overall health package.
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Retirement Support — U.S. salaried roles feature a notable 401(k) contribution and match structure, and post‑2023 updates increased retirement contributions for many UAW‑represented employees. Together these elements strengthen long‑term financial security.
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