About this role
Apply engineering principles & analytical techniques to drive continuous improvement to manufacturing processes Lead development of interim and permanent corrective actions to resolve quality issues using 8D methodology and structured problem-solving tools Play an integral part in the Launch process by establishing and monitoring quality target levels at the workstation level for each build phase to validate workstations readiness Conduct process audits to ensure process adheres to Vehicle Operations guidelines and specific process standards Act as team leader in resolving assembly related concerns. Lead variability reduction and lean manufacturing initiatives and best practices. Support ISO 14001 compliance and support internal ISO auditing and compliance as required Lead development of solutions for throughput constraints Review internal/external suppliers for critical characteristic process compatibility Support efficiency planning to ensure workstation are properly set up with quality risks identified and addressed Previous production supervision Proven critical thinker and troubleshooter to deliver industry leading quality Highly committed to process improvement and innovative solutions with a customer-first mindset Six Sigma: DMAIC and DMADV (DFSS) Project Methodology experience preferred 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 the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including: Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare 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 6 and ranges from $72,480-121,440. This position is a salary grade 7 and ranges from $84,480-141,360. This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $96,720-162,120. For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSR Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
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What you'll do
- The Engineering Specialist will apply engineering principles and analytical techniques to improve manufacturing processes and lead the development of corrective actions for quality issues. They will also conduct process audits and support ISO compliance while leading initiatives for variability reduction and lean manufacturing.
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