• Key Responsibilities
o MP&L Manager are the drivers of standardization and continuous improvement in the material supply chain process. The Material Planning & Logistics teams work to provide a synchronous flow of materials to plant & its customer at an affordable cost.
o This position will directly lead team of around 2-3 engineers and supervisors.
o Position is expected to develop the team for handling all the processes of incoming and outgoing material/vehicles
o Responsible for the daily material handling functions for the facility and for the department
o Ensure proper material flow from receiving dock, to warehouse storage location, to the production line feed location, to the delivery of finished product/vehicles to dealerships/customers
o Ensure compliance to all custom and local regulations for material procurement activities
o Coordinate with RMA (ADC) for kit shipments as per production and order shedule
o Waste management and coordinate scrapping process
o Provide direction and support in the allocation of resources in order to appropriately cover material handling responsibilities
o Support Ford Production System and synchronous material flow through lean manufacturing practices Coach Safety, Quality and Productivity to ensure objectives are met through following standardized work
o Ensure efficient and timely supply of parts/material to production lines
o Continuous Improvement in material handling process for cost reduction, safety and efficiency point of view
o Build Team Leader and Team Member capability
o Create a conducive work environment for the team(s) to complete their assigned responsibilities / tasks
o Administration of supervisory responsibilities and documents
o Ability to work any shift as well as rotating shifts and weekends
o Accountable for material inventory, related cost and accuracy of material documents
o Plan and organize the MP&L related equipment tools for efficient operation
o Implement WMS or similar control systems
o Ensure timely clearance of consignments / shipments