Operations Project Manager
Apply NowCompany: Ford Motor Company
Location: Long Beach, CA 90805
Description:
Job Description
In this position...
As the Operations Project Manager, you will be the central point of contact, facilitating seamless communication and coordination between project engineering, program management, the fabrication team, and the electrical engineering (EE) technician team. You will be responsible for ensuring that all operational aspects of projects are executed efficiently, from initial design to final assembly and testing. This includes managing inventory, coordinating component kitting, and overseeing supplier relationships to maintain a consistent supply of materials and components. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, possess excellent communication and problem-solving skills, and have a proven track record of successfully managing operational tasks within a technical or manufacturing setting.
Responsibilities
What you'll do...
Act as the primary liaison between the engineering team, internal build teams, and external vendors, ensuring clear communication and timely delivery of components.
Communicate any changes, roadblocks, or delays to the team and external
stakeholders, ensuring that everyone is aligned and aware of updates.
Proactively identify and resolve issues that could impact build timelines or component availability.
Set up and maintain an effective inventory management system, ensuring
accurate tracking and efficient use of materials.
Organize and kit components for large-scale builds, ensuring all necessary parts are prepped and ready for production.
Work closely with vendors, ensure timely deliveries, and manage supplier relationships.
Qualifications
You'll have...
Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to liaise effectively between teams and vendors.
Experience in component kitting and organizing parts for large-scale projects.
Proven track record of successfully managing and delivering complex prototype projects on time and within budget.
Even better, you may have...
3-5+ years project management experience in similar field.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or equivalent field experience preferred.
An understanding of production, prototyping, and fabrication process and the ability to understand impacts to time, cost, and quality tradeoffs.
PMP Certification a plus
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, 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.
This position is a salary grade 3.
For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSRSP3
This position is a range of salary grades 7-8 .
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. 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.
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In this position...
As the Operations Project Manager, you will be the central point of contact, facilitating seamless communication and coordination between project engineering, program management, the fabrication team, and the electrical engineering (EE) technician team. You will be responsible for ensuring that all operational aspects of projects are executed efficiently, from initial design to final assembly and testing. This includes managing inventory, coordinating component kitting, and overseeing supplier relationships to maintain a consistent supply of materials and components. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, possess excellent communication and problem-solving skills, and have a proven track record of successfully managing operational tasks within a technical or manufacturing setting.
Responsibilities
What you'll do...
Act as the primary liaison between the engineering team, internal build teams, and external vendors, ensuring clear communication and timely delivery of components.
Communicate any changes, roadblocks, or delays to the team and external
stakeholders, ensuring that everyone is aligned and aware of updates.
Proactively identify and resolve issues that could impact build timelines or component availability.
Set up and maintain an effective inventory management system, ensuring
accurate tracking and efficient use of materials.
Organize and kit components for large-scale builds, ensuring all necessary parts are prepped and ready for production.
Work closely with vendors, ensure timely deliveries, and manage supplier relationships.
Qualifications
You'll have...
Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to liaise effectively between teams and vendors.
Experience in component kitting and organizing parts for large-scale projects.
Proven track record of successfully managing and delivering complex prototype projects on time and within budget.
Even better, you may have...
3-5+ years project management experience in similar field.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or equivalent field experience preferred.
An understanding of production, prototyping, and fabrication process and the ability to understand impacts to time, cost, and quality tradeoffs.
PMP Certification a plus
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, 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.
This position is a salary grade 3.
For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSRSP3
This position is a range of salary grades 7-8 .
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. 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.
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