Eng Spec, VRT Co-Lead / Quality Process Engineer

Ford; Wayne (MI); Hybrid; USD 89,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and prescription drug

Family care & parental leave

Vehicle discount program

Tuition assistance

Employee resource groups

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Additional vacation time

Job summary

Ford Motor Company in Wayne, Michigan seeks an Eng Spec, VRT Co-Lead / Quality Process Engineer to drive SPC, data analysis, and periodic job observations. You will support VRT with quality reviews, map quality charts, and lead corrective actions using 8D and lean methods.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Mechanical/Quality/Industrial Engineering and 2 years in related work, with expertise in six sigma tools, Core tools, and ergonomic analysis. Salary ranges from 88k to 160k per year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Quality Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related field and 2 years of experience in the job offered or related occupation.
• Experience with six sigma tools (5WHY or 8-D) to solve manufacturing process issues.
• Proficiency with Core tools including Control plan and PFMEA for proactive risk management.
• Knowledge of Ergonomic analysis tools (MODAPTS or 3-D printing) to improve operator efficiency.
• Experience with error-proofing tools (Sensors and Vision Systems) for early issue detection.
• DMAIC/DMADV (DFSS) project methodology application to improve warranty, audit scores, throughput and first-run capability.

Responsibilities

• Support VRT with statistical process control and data analysis.
• Participate with VRT team to conduct periodic job observations and update status.
• Provide data checks for quality reviews and maintain data accuracy in dashboards.
• LeadRoot cause analysis and corrective actions to reduce inventory and improve processes.
• Lead cross-functional VRT teams and PAC paper reviews.
• Apply quality principles to establish and improve manufacturing processes and products.

Skills

Six Sigma

Core tools

Ergonomic analysis

Error proofing

DMAIC/DFSS

VRT leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Quality/Industrial Eng

Tools

Control plan

PFMEA

MODAPTS

3-D printing

Sensors

Vision Systems

Job description

At Ford Motor Company, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. We also believe in providing you with the freedom to define and realize your dreams. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career potential as you help us define tomorrow’s transportation.

If good is just never good enough for you, Ford Qualityshares your passion for striving for perfection. We’re responsible for driving the continuous improvement efforts that enable Ford to deliver the highest quality products and services. Help us drive operational excellence through such innovative, proprietary initiatives as our Global Product Development System, Quality Operating System, and New Model Launch. Work cross-functionally and closely with integrated teams in Manufacturing, Product Development, Purchasing, Marketing, Sales and Service.

What you’ll be able to do:

Eng Spec, VRT Co-Lead / Quality Process Engineer - positions offered by Ford Motor Company (Wayne, Michigan). Support VRT with statistical process control and data analysis. Participate with VRT team to conduct a periodic job observation. Update the status to completion of periodic job observation. Provide external and internal data checks for quality reviews. Maintain health chart schedule and assessments. Maintain and review quality leadership system charts for data accuracy and work group binning. Perform subsystem checks as required. Learning control plan and verify data entry as required into web-based data management. Assemble acceptance criteria visual aids for the VRT. Maintain cycle line lay out indicator mapping with the assistance of the VRT. Update and maintain the Quality Confirmation Map. Apply Quality principles and analytical techniques to establish and continuously improve manufacturing processes and products. Analyze root causes, engage in mapping and corrective actions to reduce inventory. Lead role in resolving assembly related concerns. Lead variability reduction and lean manufacturing initiatives and best practices. Implement interim and permanent corrective actions to resolve quality issues using 8D tool and 6 panel.

You’ll have...

Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Quality Engineering, Industrial Engineering or a related field and 2 years of experience in the job offered or a related occupation. 1 year of experience with each of the following skills is required: 1. Utilizing six sigma tools including 5WHY or 8-D to solve manufacturing process issues. 2. Using Core tools including Control plan and PFMEA for proactive risk management and quality improvement in manufacturing processes. 3. Utilizing Ergonomic analysis tools including MODAPTS or 3-D printing to improve operator efficiency and optimize job utilization. 4. Using Error proofing tools including Sensors and Vision Systems to early detection and prevention of issues in Manufacturing process. 5. Applying DMAIC and DMADV (DFSS) Project Methodology in improving Warranty, Ford internal FCPA audit score, Plant Roll throughput Yield and Plant First run capability. 6. Overseeing production organization and leading cross functional VRT teams by conducting VRT working level and report out meetings, leading PAC paper reviews.

We are offering a salary of$88,763.76 - $159,526.80/yr.

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 child care 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.

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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