Plant IT Manager - Kansas City Assembly

Plant IT Manager - Kansas City Assembly Kansas City, MO, United States (On-site) Job Description The Plant IT Manager at KCAP is responsible for all IT applications and services on-site, including planning, implementation and support of all IT systems and physical infrastructure. This position requires a solid working knowledge of Windows server, Server hardware support, Windows Client support, Help desk, Cisco Network support, project management and superb people skills. KCAP runs a multiple-shift operation, with two plants running a multi-crew (24x7) building a variety of products. KCAP is home of the Ford F150, and Ford Transit. KCAP is the one of the most complex plants in Ford Motor Company consisting of two discreet assembly plants and a stamping plant. The demanding and highly visible position requires strong leadership and technical skills, off-hour, weekend, and holiday coverage as required by the business needs. Responsibilities "Run and Protect" all IT services at the site, including data centers, network equipment, servers, PCs, mobile devices, and applications. These devices include UPS, Power Distribution Units, fire alarm systems, Cisco switches/routers, load balancers, access points, locate sensors, Windows/Linux servers, ESX servers, Windows/Mac OS devices, DXDs, Process Control Boards, Cisco IP/iphone/android phones along with off the shelf, Ford, and some local applications. Support plant floor equipment throughout the facility (plant floor, overhead conveyors, in steel), outbuildings and in remote lots where applicable. Knowledge of Wireless networks and ability to assist in troubleshooting WiFi/Bluetooth issues.

Plant networks:

OA, MPN and CPN. ACLs and PLCs.

Virus protection software:

Symantec, FireEye, and Data Center Security Sharepoint to manage and assist plant with sites and to ensure security compliance. Align plant and business for production changes/updates/outages. Ensure parties understand timing/impact. Support major business and IT initiatives such as New Model Program launches, hardware/infrastructure/application upgrades, facility changes, IIOT and end user productivity launches. Develop plans to meet critical timing, rollout/rollback/contingency plans and minimize any impact to production To be successful in this role, you should have a strong understanding of IT systems and be comfortable working with a variety of hardware and software applications. Manage development of self and team, including technical, leadership skill development and goal setting, and building team succession plans Participate in cyber security initiatives including remediation of cyber issues Create and cultivate a safe and inclusive environment. Qualifications Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels (LL+ to PS) within IT, business, vendors, and union-represented resources. Possess strong interpersonal skills, demonstrating professionalism in all actions Functional Business Knowledge of Manufacturing, MP&L, IT Ability to balance numerous projects and requests Ability to drive to root cause and work to develop monitoring/preventative measures Ability to quickly learn new technologies and applications and adjust to business needs People Leadership - Mentoring, advising, work assignments Work efficiently and effectively with diverse, cross functional teams under stressful circumstances Motivated self-starter Identifying, investigating & solving problems without supervision Manufacturing experience is strongly desired. 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 leadership level 6 and ranges from $115,500-$218,100. 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/LL6 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. #LI-Onsite #LI-GR1 About Us At Ford Motor Company, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career and help us define tomorrow's transportation. About the Team We build world-class vehicles in our plants around the world, constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. It's our people who really make the difference. We encourage all of our employees to think outside the box to help us find better and more efficient ways to manufacture our vehicles. Apply Now Job Info Job Identification 62199 Job Category Enterprise Technology Posting Date 04/14/2026, 12:04 PM Degree Level Bachelor's Degree or equivalent Job Schedule Full time Locations 8121 E US Highway 69, Claycomo, MO, 64119, US (On-site) Preferred Degree Bachelor of Science Remote No © MapTiler © OpenStreetMap contributors Legend Jobs at a location Group of locations © MapTiler © OpenStreetMap contributors | © Oracle Corporation Terms Legal Notices Use control and scroll to zoom the map Use two fingers to move the map 8121 E US Highway 69, Claycomo, MO, 64119, US Copy to Clipboard Similar Jobs Controller, Kansas City Assembly Plant Kansas City, MO, United States (On-site) Posted on 04/08/2026 Finance strategically partners with operations to drive outstanding business results and enhance Ford's industry leadership. When you join us, you'll be able to contribute financial expertise that impacts all areas of our company, including planning, manufacturing, marketing and global distribution. Skilled Trade - Plumber Pipefitter - Kansas City Assembly Plant Kansas City, MO, United States (On-site) Posted on 01/13/2025 Trending Would you like to be part of the team that builds some of the most iconic vehicles on the road? We're the top employer of hourly workers in the U.S., and our history is unmatched. With brand-new hourly jobs providing healthcare coverage on your first day and massive plant investments, we're transforming the future of manufacturing and you can be part of it. Join us and build your future. Skilled Trade - Millwright - Kansas City Assembly Plant (KCAP) United States and 2 more (On-site) Posted on 01/29/2026 Trending Would you like to be part of the team that builds some of the most iconic vehicles on the road? We're the top employer of hourly workers in the U.S., and our history is unmatched. With brand-new hourly jobs providing healthcare coverage on your first day and massive plant investments, we're transforming the future of manufacturing and you can be part of it. Join us and build your future. Skilled Trade - Tool and Die Maker - Kansas City Assembly Plant Kansas City, MO, United States (On-site) Posted on 01/13/2025 Would you like to be part of the team that builds some of the most iconic vehicles on the road? We're the top employer of hourly workers in the U.S., and our history is unmatched. With brand-new hourly jobs providing healthcare coverage on your first day and massive plant investments, we're transforming the future of manufacturing and you can be part of it. Join us and build your future. See More Jobs