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Security Shift Lead, BlueOval Battery Park Michigan

Job ID
67690
Location
Marshall, Michigan
Category
Office of General Counsel

Overview

At Ford, you’ll work on ideas that matter, alongside passionate people who want to make a global impact. Together, we’re shaping the next era of transportation—grounded in purpose, driven by progress. Make your move.

  • Job Type: Full time
  • Work Type: On-site

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...

  • This position is for a Manufacturing Security Shift Lead and focuses on delivering the security strategy and industry best practices onsite at the BlueOval Battery Park in Marshall, MI.

    • Oversee day-to-day security operations in the evenings or overnights, including managing staffing requirements, access control protocols, and CCTV monitoring.
    • Assist the Security Team Lead with special projects and security initiatives, including GAO audits, daily plant walkthroughs, and proactive risk assessments.
    • Monitor the work of security personnel, identifying performance gaps and providing real-time coaching or escalating issues to leadership as needed.
    • Ensure strict adherence to the Manufacturing Control Reporting Process (MCRP), Security and Fire manuals, and corporate bulletins.
    • May perform the role of Incident Commander for emergencies.
    • Respond to emergency incidents to include medical, behavioral, fire, trespassing, accidents, suspicious activity, thefts, etc.  Escalate appropriately to the Team Lead and/or Regional Security Manager.    
    • Enhance emergency response capabilities by utilizing incident response tools and through the deployment of emergency response equipment for the company or local municipalities.  
    • Assist in coordinating security for VIP visits.
    • Support and conduct preliminary investigations, ensuring proper escalation to the Team Lead, Regional Security Manager, or Global Investigations.
    • Build and maintain strong relationships with People Matters, Human Resources, Labor Relations, Safety, and other internal skill teams to resolve workplace issues and ensure alignment on security matters.
    • Proactively identify physical security gaps and implement initiatives to mitigate risks to personnel and assets.
    • Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal skill teams to ensure unified alignment with all security and fire related matters.  
    • Maintain the highest standards of integrity by protecting company-classified information and sensitive data.

  • 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.

You'll have...


• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in law enforcement, security or military.  
• Highly motivated, hands-on, self-starter with ability to think creatively and operate in a dynamic, ambiguous environment.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Demonstrate a high level of interpersonal skills (soft skills).
• Ability to multi-task, strong problem-solving, conflict management skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal, team building, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to:
o Establish priorities under changing conditions.
o Exhibit calm, rational behavior under stressful conditions.
o Administer duties and responsibilities with accuracy and attention to detail.
o Show initiative and leadership.
• Available to work 24x7, 365 days a year.
• Current Michigan CPL or the ability to obtain one prior to start date.  
• Strong Microsoft Office and computer skills; ability to navigate department technology platforms.


Even better, you may have...
• Three (3) years of supervisory experience.
• CPR/AED certification.
• Knowledge of Global Security, site security and fire operations.
• Possess a working knowledge of emergency response levels.
• Deliver results according to the Ford OS Behaviors.
• LEOSA Certification


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 $99,100-$166,200.  
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: 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. 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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Support designed to go the distance.

From day one, Ford invests in you with medical benefits built to help you plan for what’s next. You’ll also get support for you and your family that meets you at every step, so you can move forward with confidence.

  • Health and Wellness

    Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, mental health, and unique wellness perks keep you and your family supported every step of the way.

  • Financial and Retirement Programs

    Build a strong financial future with robust retirement contributions, savings programs, and free personalized financial planning tools.

  • Flexible Vacation and Holidays

    Enjoy your time away from work with generous vacation, holidays, and flexible family leave designed to help you balance life and work with ease.

  • Vehicle Discount Program

    The best thing about building great products is driving them! The second-best thing: sharing your discount with family and friends so they can drive them, too.

  • Family Growth and Support

    Grow your family confidently with fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance, paid parental leave, and a supportive new-parent ramp-up program.

  • Additional Programs

    Enjoy unexpected extras like pet insurance, legal services, identity protection, and access to convenient health and wellness services.

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Ford gives me the space to innovate, to lead, and to serve — all while staying true to who I am as an engineer, educator, and parent. It’s not just a career; it’s a community that drives change.

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