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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. What you'll be able to 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. **What you'll be able to 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 externalstakeholders, 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, ensuringaccurate 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. **The minimum requirements we seek:** + 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. **Our preferred requirements** + 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 **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. If you have what it takes to help us redefine the future of mobility, we'd love to have you join us. 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 is not 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: 2025-benefits-and-comp-gsr-sal-plan-3.pdf ( At Ford, the health and safety of our employees is our top priority. Vaccination has been proven to play a critical role in combatting COVID-19. As a result, Ford has made the decision to require U.S. salaried employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless employees require an accommodation for religious or medical reasons. Being fully vaccinated means that an individual is at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination or an approved medical or religious exemption. **Requisition ID** : 45614

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