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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. Imagine: you, at the forefront of the electrification movement, helping to bring the next generation of vehicles to driveways, job sites and highways everywhere.

At BlueOval Battery Park Michigan, you will...
• use your entrepreneurial skills and team mindset to come up with data-driven solutions
• build and lead an agile team to deliver the advanced technology that drives the future
• create a culture of trust, encourage diversity of thought and foster leadership in others
• be part of the historic transformation of the automotive industry.

What you'll do...

• Maintenance Work Planning & Scheduling:
  • Lead the detailed development, coordination, and control of maintenance and project work packages to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient execution, particularly during facility ramp-up and ongoing operations.
  • Develop and maintain integrated schedules for preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities, including weekend and shutdown plans, utilizing advanced planning tools (e.g., Primavera P6, Maximo, SAP).
  • Create comprehensive work packages detailing procedures, permits, required materials, resource allocation, and craft-specific task sequences.
  • Conduct field walkdowns to confirm job scope, work boundaries, safety conditions, and material readiness, ensuring plans are executable and align with plant procedures.
• Asset Management & Continuous Improvement:
  • Identify spare parts and develop initial preventive maintenance (PM) job plans for new equipment, continuously reviewing and improving existing job plans based on equipment failures, feedback from skilled trades, and engineering input.
  • Assess and understand risks during the repair process, developing equipment validation plans post-repair to ensure reliability.
  • Lead and coach teams in leveraging machine monitoring tools to identify and eliminate production constraints, driving continuous improvement (SQDCPME) initiatives.
  • Participate in MOS meetings to analyze equipment failures and contribute to Root Cause Analysis (RCA) activities.
• Coordination & Data Management:
  • Coordinate multi-discipline work planning activities across mechanical, electrical, instrumentation & control (I&C), and facility workstreams.
  • Interface with engineering, operations, and other relevant teams to validate scope, field conditions, and ensure work readiness.
  • Ensure accurate data entry and status updates in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) (e.g., Maximo, SAP) to support real-time schedule forecasting, outage coordination, and KPI reporting.
  • Generate comprehensive reports and metrics on planning progress, schedule compliance, and work package readiness for leadership and stakeholders.
• Compliance & Operational Support:
  • Apply formal change management protocols to address scope, schedule, or resource deviations while maintaining configuration control.
  • Ensure strict adherence to all government, industry, and Ford corporate safety, health, environmental, and quality standards throughout all planning activities.
  • Synchronize resources and activities required for problem-free equipment start-ups and shutdowns.
  • Be flexible and willing to assist with other job functions and departments as needed, including back-filling other roles, to support overall facility operations.
  Candidates must possess full flexibility and a readiness to consistently work across all established standard, operating, and rotational shift schedules, encompassing day, night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• 3+ years of demonstrated maintenance leadership experience, directly managing teams and indirectly influencing cross-functional groups to achieve objectives.
• 3+ years strong working knowledge and proficiency with a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) (e.g., Maximo, SAP PM) is essential.
• 3+ years ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and equipment manuals.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Even better, you may have...

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial) or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in maintenance work planning within a heavy industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Experience in a battery pack manufacturing facility or a similar highly automated process industry.
• Strong knowledge of project controls, including cost estimation, earned value, scheduling logic, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and FMEA processes.
• Demonstrated experience with advanced scheduling software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project)
• Prior experience in a facility start-up or new equipment commissioning environment.
• Six Sigma: Black or Green Belt certified.
• Knowledge of constraint management principles.

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!

This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $96,720-162,120.
For more information on salary and benefits, click here: 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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At BlueOval Battery Park Michigan, you will...
• use your entrepreneurial skills and team mindset to come up with data-driven solutions
• build and lead an agile team to deliver the advanced technology that drives the future
• create a culture of trust, encourage diversity of thought and foster leadership in others
• be part of the historic transformation of the automotive industry.

• Lead and coordinate the strategy for new product launches, ensuring seamless Material Planning and Logistics integration with manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product development, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain) to define and align the forward model strategy.
• Drive and support continuous improvement initiatives across the organization to optimize processes, increase efficiency, and reduce waste.
• Develop and implement process improvement plans, methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma), and best practices for achieving operational excellence.
• Monitor and evaluate performance metrics, providing insights and recommendations to senior leadership on areas for improvement.
• Provide coaching and mentorship to teams, promoting a culture of innovation and continuous learning.
• Lead root cause analysis and problem-solving activities to address operational challenges and improve overall process performance.
• Facilitate change management initiatives, ensuring smooth adoption of new processes and strategies.
• Create and deliver training programs to ensure teams understand and adhere to new strategies and process improvements.
• Analyze market trends, technology advancements, and competitive landscape to inform strategic decisions and drive forward model planning.
• Develop and manage the roadmap for continuous improvement, setting clear milestones and tracking progress.
• Act as a subject matter expert in process optimization and provide guidance on process design, re-engineering, and implementation.
• Track and report on KPIs related to product launches, process efficiency, and continuous improvement efforts.

What you'll do...

• Lead MP&L system design and implementation, ensuring alignment between operational requirements and enterprise-wide manufacturing processes.
• Conduct forward-model studies to support capacity planning, production strategy, and long-term material flow optimization.
• Coordinate Engineering BOM (eBOM) to Production BOM (pBOM) conversion, ensuring accuracy, manufacturability, and seamless integration into production systems.
• Oversee MP&L ECC (Engineering Change Control) processes, maintaining configuration integrity and supporting timely change deployment.
• Supervise the MP&L industrial engineering scope, including workload analysis, process standardization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage end-to-end material flow engineering, optimizing logistics, line-side delivery, packaging, and warehouse-to-plant interfaces.

You'll have...

• Bachelor's or equivalent in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in process improvement, strategic planning, and new product launches in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• 1+ years of experience with performance measurement and KPI development.
• 1+ years' experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and product lifecycle management (PLM) software.
• Proven experience in leading cross-functional teams through the continuous improvement efforts.

Even better, you may have...

• Masters or equivalent in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 1+ years of experience in forward model strategy development and implementation.
• 1+ years' experience manufacturing or material planning and logistics.
• Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt certification is highly desirable.
• Strong project management skills and experience with Agile or similar methodologies.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 8 and ranges from $96,720-162,120.

  
  Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.

  For more information on salary and benefits, click here: 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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VP, Operations– Leading Aerospace & Defense Components Manufacturing – Private Equity

Our client is a leading private equity backed manufacturer of highly engineered components for defense and aerospace primarily serving large aerospace OEM’s and blue-chip defense contractors. The company is highly regarded for its innovation and engineering capabilities and is currently experiencing significant growth through organic means, with acquisitions playing a key role for future growth. The company is seeking to recruit a dynamic and hands-on VP, Operations who will wear multiple hats as they drive operational improvements across the organization and scale production and engineering capabilities for growth.

We are seeking a proven operations leader with demonstrated success driving operational excellence through the introduction of best practices and process within a highly entrepreneurial environment. This individual will have previous aerospace, automotive or medical device manufacturing experience working with OEM’s and prime contractors. Background experience in Lean process improvement, Continuous Improvement and other systems such as TPS or Six Sigma is a significant asset, as is highly engineered precision machining manufacturing. This position requires a hands-on executive who spends time on the shop floor and has the ability to lead transformation with a strong focus on performance improvement, quality and data driven decision-making.

An attractive compensation package is on offer that will include bonus opportunities and equity participation.

The Senior Product Manager is responsible for product planning, product marketing, sales strategy development, and overall brand growth strategy. For their segments, they will define the product vision, strategy, and roadmap. Through a deep understanding of market and customer requirements, they will identify and scope global market segments and define new products that expand the leadership position of brands manufactured at PSG-Grand Rapids. This role will define and execute a coordinated/integrated product and service offering from product definition to product launch.

What You’ll Do

Manages the Product Portfolio:

• Develop and maintain a diverse, multi-product portfolio that supports the market and customer growth business objectives
• Determine new product needs for global markets and vertical segments – what products to develop and where/how to sell them
• Owns plans from Voice-of-the-Customer, cost targets, sales forecast through to expected financial performance over time
• Develops product specifications and design targets through collaboration with customers and engineering
• Leader of the product/project plan through the Stage Gate Process
• Works closely with sales leadership in all global regions to develop strategy, track progress, and provide support for sales initiatives

Evolves Strategies for Profitable New Market Growth:

• Research market opportunities and gaps using multiple sources of market intelligence
• Uncover business drivers, new areas of opportunity, and ensure the voice of the end user customer is leading product strategies and plans
• Develop product ideas that achieve excellent product-market fit and solid positioning for growth.
• Influence executive leadership to support the growth strategy through business case development
• Mentor junior PM with project execution and management
• Contribute to and execute annual growth strategies (with a 3-year outlook). Deliverables include a summary of market & competitive position, strategic initiatives, roadmaps (product, technology, and service), and a growth plan summary

Commands Market Knowledge:

• Effectively manage key market segments and applications. Identify what products are required to be successful in these areas
• Determine market size (revenue, units), growth and opportunity for each. Identify share and position in the market and develop plans to secure or grow position
• Perform competitor analysis including SWOT, pricing, features, and product breadth comparison
• Identify market drivers and customer buying behaviors

Develops Customer Value and Pricing:

• Understands the value of the products to customers and their willingness to pay
• Provide existing product pricing guidance/maintenance and develop pricing for new products using appropriate pricing strategies including positioning, monetization, and competitor analysis
• Manage discount requests, including margin review, approvals, and follow-up

Oversees Customer and Market Centricity:

• Maintain market focus through regular contact with customers, sales and marketing
• Responsible for conducting distributor and end user training
• Understands the sales process and actively enables the sales organization with tools, training, and customer support
• Works closely with the regional sales organization, creating plans for revenue and market share development

Owns the relationship between sales, customers, and site working closely with the site teams, identifying growth opportunities and defining new/enhanced value propositions, uses tools and processes to measure and manage all activities.

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, or related field
• Seven (7) years of experience in business development, product management or equivalent role; preference to those with experience in the chemicals manufacturing industry
• Leadership experience in Sales, Marketing, and Business Development: experience developing a new product business case into a marketable product
• Ability to influence in a matrix environment and lead teams without solid line reporting
• Preference is for candidates to have experience with bulk liquid storage, fluid transport, or fluid distribution/retail, within chemical, process, power, industrial, oil & gas, or industrial gas industries
• Travel: 20% to 40% as needed to scope and develop business plans and market assessments

Desired Characteristics:

• Self-starter with excellent time management and organizational skills
• Actively listens to others and is open to ideas across all functions
• Instills a climate of teamwork and positive relationships across all functions
• Brings energy to address business and market challenges, obstacles, or setbacks
• Develops and maintains positive working relationships within the team and across functions to create effective solutions

Role Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented BOM / PLM Engineer to manage and maintain product structures, Bill of Materials (BOM), and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) data across the product development lifecycle. The role involves coordinating with cross-functional teams such as design, manufacturing, procurement, and quality to ensure accurate product data, configuration control, and engineering change management.

Key Responsibilities

• Create, maintain, and manage Bill of Materials (BOM) structures in the PLM/ERP system.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity for parts, assemblies, and product configurations.
• Manage Engineering Change Orders (ECO), Engineering Change Requests (ECR), and Change Notices (ECN) in PLM systems.
• Support product lifecycle processes from concept through production and service.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality teams to ensure proper product documentation.
• Maintain part numbering systems, revisions, and version control.
• Ensure proper release of engineering documentation including drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
• Support configuration management and product traceability.
• Assist with new product introduction (NPI) by ensuring BOM readiness and documentation compliance.
• Perform BOM audits and validation to maintain system accuracy.
• Coordinate with ERP teams to ensure PLM–ERP data synchronization.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience working with BOM management and PLM systems.
• Experience with PLM tools (Windchill, Teamcenter, Enovia, Agile PLM, Arena, or similar).
• Knowledge of Engineering Change Management processes.
• Experience working with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) is a plus.
• Strong understanding of product structure and configuration management.
• Excellent attention to detail and documentation skills.

Senior Project Manager (2 Openings)

Remote | 50% Travel (U.S. & Mexico)

Total Cash Comp: $160K–$200K (Base up to $165K + 20% Bonus)

We are seeking two Senior Project Managers to lead large-scale industrial manufacturing projects across North America. These are high-visibility roles overseeing complex initiatives ranging from $1M–$35M in scope.

Location: Fully remote, with strong preference for candidates based near a major airport hub — Chicago (Northbrook preferred), Atlanta, Northern NJ, Charlotte, Dallas, Houston, or Los Angeles.

Travel: ~50% (U.S. & Mexico). No extended weekend stays expected.

Role Overview

Bilingual Senior Project Manager (Spanish Required)

One hire must be fully bilingual (near-native Spanish & English) and will lead significant consolidation initiatives in Mexico, including plant combinations, regulatory/permitting coordination, workforce transitions, and operational ramp-ups.

This individual will interact with government officials and executive leadership and must operate confidently in politically sensitive environments.

Senior Project Manager – North America Focus

Leading U.S.-based initiatives including:

• Plant closures & consolidations
• CapEx projects
• Equipment decommissioning/commissioning
• Asset transfer & reclamation
• Greenfield & brownfield operations

Both roles may manage 3–4 projects simultaneously and require strong executive presence combined with hands-on plant engagement.

What We're Looking For

• 7–10+ years of Project Management experience in industrial manufacturing
• Experience managing large, complex projects ($1M–$35M)
• Background in plant shutdowns, asset transfers, commissioning, M&A integration
• Exposure to regulatory, environmental, workforce, and real estate complexity
• Ability to operate at both plant floor and executive levels
• Preferred backgrounds: automotive, metal forming/welding/fabrication, plastics (injection molding 200–400 ton, blow molding), or heavy industrial environments.

Our global Tech client is seeking a fully remote Communications Designer to join their team for the next 5+ months, 40 hours/week.

Role Summary
This role focuses on creating high-quality visual design solutions across brand, product, and marketing experiences. The ideal candidate brings a strong design portfolio showcasing product, branding, and communication design capabilities. You will ideate concepts, build visual identity systems, collaborate cross-functionally, and refine design work based on creative direction. The role requires excellent communication, strong craft, and the ability to work independently on multiple high-caliber projects.

Top Must Have Skills

A portfolio demonstrating product, branding, and communication design experience
Strong presentation, interpersonal, and communication skills
Proficiency with creative and production tools including Figma, Illustrator, Photoshop, and After Effects

Experience with AI tooling such as Claude Code, Figma Make, Weavy, and NanoBanana (nice to have)
Experience with design systems and working closely with product teams
Experience in 3D design, prototyping, and motion/animation is a plus
Bachelor's degree

Ideate visual concepts and refine design work based on creative direction
Develop visual identity platforms, systems, typography, color palettes, illustration, and iconography
Extend brand expression systems into interactive digital experiences
Concept, prototype, and execute brand and marketing experiences within product
Clearly articulate strategic thinking and design decisions to diverse partners
Provide and solicit feedback from UX design peers to support high-quality product development
Collaborate daily with engineering, content, research, marketing, and data science teams from concept to launch
Work independently on multiple projects simultaneously, maintaining timelines and demonstrating progress
Proactively identify and lead projects that span multiple teams, including facilitating or co-facilitating design sprints and workshops

In this position, you may have access to client or customer systems, confidential and/or proprietary information or data.

Benefits

• Connect with prospective students via phone and video to discuss educational opportunities
• Lead one-on-one admissions conversations to understand each student's goals, motivation, and potential challenges
• Customize guidance and support based on individual student needs
• Explain academic programs and communicate the long-term value of higher education
• Support students through the enrollment process, including documentation and financial aid coordination
• Build lasting relationships and maintain ongoing communication with prospective students
• Identify and engage new student prospects through outreach and networking efforts

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
• A strong interest in education and student success
• Confident phone presence with the ability to quickly build trust and rapport
• Clear and professional written communication skills
• Ability to work independently in a fully remote setting while contributing to team objectives

• $18-$21/HR hour compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Fully remote position with long-term growth potential
• Meaningful work that positively impacts students every day

LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.

All assignments are at-will and their duration is subject to change.