Timekeeping & Leave Management SPOC (Single Point of Contact), BlueOval Battery Park Michigan

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.

 You will serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for Timekeeping Management, FMLA, Medical Leaves of Absence (MLOA), and related compliance programs. Your expertise will directly support managers, ensure regulatory compliance, and contribute to a fair and consistent employee experience. This role builds specialized knowledge and analytical capabilities that are essential foundations for HR Business Partner and HR management positions. 
This position is ideal for detail-oriented professionals who thrive on mastering complex policy areas while building strong stakeholder relationships and problem-solving skills. 

What you'll do... 

Timekeeping :

• Partner with managers and team members to ensure work hours are captured and accurate in the Timekeeping system on a daily basis
• Perform daily review and updating of timecards in Work Force Software Timekeeping system in preparation for submission for payroll processing on a weekly basis 
• Assist with answering manager questions regarding timekeeping policies, procedures and access to the timekeeping system
• Routinely run reports out of Workforce Timekeeping systems for various stakeholders (Finance, HR, Total Rewards, etc.) 
  

Leave Administration:

• Serve as the primary liaison between the company and the Third-Party Administrator (TPA) for disability and leave claims to ensure leave of absence requests are processed according to company policy and regulatory requirements.
• Manage and audit leave-related pay codes within the HR and timekeeping systems to ensure accurate data integration between the TPA, timekeeping records, and Payroll.
• Oversee the integrity of leave documentation and recordkeeping maintained by the TPA, performing periodic audits to ensure company standards and legal requirements are met.
  

Employee & Stakeholder Partnership:

• Act as the point of escalation and expert consultant for line managers regarding complex leave situations, policy nuances, and high-level leave status updates.
• Provide guidance and training to managers and employees on timekeeping procedures, attendance expectations, and leave policies
• Partner with the TPA, local medical departments, and management to facilitate the return-to-work process, ensuring fitness-for-duty evaluations and accommodations are handled appropriately.
• Partner with Payroll to resolve timekeeping discrepancies and pay-related issues prior to payroll processing
• Collaborate with HR operations on employee lifecycle transactions involving leave administration (separations, reinstatements, transfers) 
  

Data Analysis, Reporting & Process Improvement:

• Run and analyze Timekeeping & Attendance and Leave utilization reports for trends 
• Create data visualizations and presentations tailored for diverse audiences (managers, plant leadership, etc.) 

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance HR service delivery and employee experience

  Cross-Functional Development & Collaboration:

• Perform general administrative tasks including filing, document organization, etc.
• Support HR team with employee data audits and HRIS and Timekeeping system 
• Integrity checks 
• Participate in cross-functional HR projects to gain exposure to recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, etc.
  

Skills…

• HRIS and Timekeeping Systems 
• FMLA and Leave Administration 
• Attention to Detail and Accuracy 
• Compliance and Regulatory Knowledge 
• Data Analysis and Reporting 
• Interpersonal Communication 
• Microsoft Excel
• Policy Interpretation and Application 
• Problem Solving and Root Cause Analysis 

• Stakeholder Management 
  

  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 in Human Resources, Business Administration, Legal Studies, or related field required 
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience may be considered  

Even better, you may have...

• Master’s Degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, or any other related discipline
• 1+ years of experience administering timekeeping systems and ensuring payroll accuracy for hourly employees.
• Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP)
• Certified Labor Relations Professional (CLRP) 
• Familiarity with Work Force Software Timekeeping System 
• Knowledge of FMLA,  workers' compensation, and leave administration regulations 
• Experience using HRIS systems (e.g., SAP, SuccessFactors, Oracle) 
• Exposure to employee relations, conflict resolution, or HR investigations 
• Experience in manufacturing plant or distribution center environment 

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 5 and ranges from $63,480-106,680.      
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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