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60 Zf Jobs Hiring in Michigan

The ZF Production Systems team in Lapeer partners closely with plant functions to strengthen lean manufacturing practices, drive continuous improvement, and improve operational performance. This ...

Environmental, Health, & Safety Intern

Marysville, MI · On-site

$14.50 - $19.75/hr

Req ID 87668 | Marysville, United States ZF Axle Drives Marysville, LLC About the Team: The Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) team at ZF Axle Drives Marysville, LLC. is dedicated to fostering a ...

The ZF Customs and Trade Compliance team is a critical-thinking and fast-paced group that manages customs compliance processes for our ZF North American facilities. This group focuses on daily trade ...

The Maintenance team at ZF Marysville plays a critical role in supporting production by maintaining a wide range of equipment and systems-including electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical ...

Manufacturing Engineer

Marysville, MI · On-site

$66K - $85K/yr

Req ID 85450 | Marysville, United States ZF Axle Drives Marysville, LLC About the Team: The Manufacturing Engineer will be based at ZF Axle Drives LLC in Marysville, Michigan, a state of the art ...

Req ID 86384 | Livonia Tech I, United States ZF Active Safety US Inc. About the team: We are looking for a new colleague in our Vehicle Development team at our location in Livonia, MI! The Chassis ...

Req ID 87959 | Marysville, United States ZF Axle Drives Marysville, LLC About the Team: The Supplier Quality Engineering team at ZF Axle Drives in Marysville, MI plays a critical role in ensuring the ...

Req ID 86727 | Gbl Elec HQ - Farmington Hills, United States ZF Active Safety US Inc. Commodity Buyer - Passives About the Team: The Commodity Buyer role is responsible for managing supplier ...

Req ID 89997 | Northville, United States ZF North America, Inc. About the team: The team is looking for a new member to join them in Northville, in a hybrid role. This person could be hired as an ...

Senior Legal Counsel

Northville, MI · On-site

$132K - $180K/yr

Northville, MI, US Req ID 88291 | Northville, Michigan (US-MI), United States ZF Active Safety and Electronics US LLC The Senior Counsel, Labor and Employment Law is responsible for providing expert ...

Gear Engineering Intern

Marysville, MI

$15.25 - $19.75/hr

Our Maintenance team at ZF Axle Drives in Marysville, MI plays a critical role in ensuring operational excellence for our customer, Stellantis. The team is focused on driving reliability and ...

Req ID 86614 | Gbl Elec HQ - Farmington Hills, United States ZF Active Safety and Electronics US LLC Account Manager About the Team The Account Manager is responsible for the for the Nissan North ...

Human Resources Intern

Marysville, MI · On-site

$13.75 - $18.25/hr

The Human Resources team at ZF Axle Drives Marysville, LLC. plays a key role in supporting a fast-paced manufacturing environment that produces axle drive systems for Stellantis as a Tier One ...

ZF is a global technology company supplying systems for passenger cars, commercial vehicles and industrial technology. With its comprehensive product portfolio, the company offers integrated ...

Sr Software Engineer

Farmington Hills, MI · On-site

$120K - $158K/yr

This position is part of ZF's ADAS & HPC business, which is entering an exciting new phase of growth and transformation within the advanced automotive technology space. The business unit is planned ...

Automation Maintenance Technician

Fenton, MI · On-site

$37K/yr

Req ID 86767 | NABS Fenton, United States ZF Active Safety US Inc. We currently have an Automation Maintenance Technician opening for both our afternoon shift and midnight shift. Responsibilities ...

Supply Chain Planning Intern

Farmington Hills, MI · On-site

$17.75 - $23.75/hr

About the Team Join a highly collaborative global Supply Chain Planning team that helps keep ZF's operations running efficiently around the world. The team is responsible for analyzing supply and ...

Req ID 85015 | Livonia Tech I, United States ZF Active Safety US Inc. About the team: We are looking for a new colleague in our Vehicle Garage at our location in Livonia, MI! The Chassis Solutions ...

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ZF Jobs Information

Do workers at ZF get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
67% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 49 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Does ZF pay people when they’re sick?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid when they’re sick.
50% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 54 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

At ZF, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
54% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and August 2026.

Is the health insurance from ZF affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
94% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and August 2026.

Do people get paid time off at ZF?

Most people get paid time off work.
87% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and August 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 62% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 15% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 8% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 15% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2026.

Do workers at ZF worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
79% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do ZF workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
56% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

How easy is it for ZF workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
64% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at ZF?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
78% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do ZF managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
87% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do jobs at ZF spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
13% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at ZF?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
69% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 52 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Is a ZF job good for students?

Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
88% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and June 2026.

Is working at ZF good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
50% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people at ZF feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
68% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 47 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do people at ZF get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
75% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 51 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Is it stressful to work at ZF?

Most people feel stressed here.
72% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 53 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do people at ZF enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
69% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 45 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do people at ZF recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
58% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 57 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at ZF?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
52% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 50 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do people get support to advance at ZF?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 47% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 51 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do people think ZF’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
87% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how ZF is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
62% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 50 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

What are the most popular jobs at Zf?

Infographic showing various job openings at Zf in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 11% Internship, and 89% Full Time. Highlights an 83% Physical, 11% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution.

ZF Production Systems Expert

ZF

Lapeer, MI

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 11 days ago


ZF rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 57 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

422nd of 495 rated machine equipment manufacturers


Job description

 Req ID 89572 | Lapeer, United States ZF Chassis Components, LLC

Job Description

About the Team: The ZF Production Systems team in Lapeer partners closely with plant functions to strengthen lean manufacturing practices, drive continuous improvement, and improve operational performance. This collaborative team supports workshops, training, audits, and roadmap execution while building a sustainable culture focused on problem solving, knowledge sharing, and measurable plant results.

What you can look forward to as a ZF Production Systems Expert:

  • Lead lean expert fostering know-how and knowledge transfer/best practice sharing to all plant functions.
  • Coach people in standards and tools ensuring a strong deployment in the workshops to drive improved operational performance.
  • Lead the establishment of priorities, on all levels, in the plant functions following the SFM concept to improve operational performance.
  • Lead for promoting, implementing and supervising lean activities throughput the plant ensuring sustainability by leading workshops and the realization of improvements.
  • Lead lean auditor across OMA, ZFPS, 5s, etc.
  • Track the 6 vital six KPI's (LTAR, OPV, ITR, PPP, OEE and FCP) and plan workshops, trainings, etc. to close performance gaps.
  • Own the ZFPS and OMA roadmaps with the support of the cross-functional plant team.
  • Lead ZFPS education, implementation and application across the plant team to build a culture based on ZFPS (Continuous Improvement) methods.

Your profile as a ZF Production Systems Expert:

  • Associate degree in technical field or equivalent and 5+ years of professional experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong knowledge & experience of ZF PS / Lean Manufacturing concepts and methods (TPS).
  • Strong experience in developing and leading lean workshops and implementing continuous improvement projects.
  • Strong manufacturing process and environment experience.
  • Advanced skill set to analyze and solve problems, to present topics, to run projects and build cross-functional teams.

Why you should choose ZF in Lapeer, MI:

  • Annual Incentive Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401k Plan
  • Health Care Benefits
  • Paid Holidays
  • A supportive, collaborative team environment
  • A strong diversity culture
  • Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities

Be part of our ZF team as ZF Production Systems Expert and apply now!

DIVERSITY COMMITMENT: 
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice. 

With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility. 

Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. ZF is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran


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