Eng Spec, VRT Co-Lead / Quality Process Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and prescription drug

Parental leave

Vehicle discounts

Tuition assistance

Employee resource groups

Volunteer time off

Paid holidays

Additional vacation

Job summary

Ford Motor Company is seeking an Eng Spec, VRT Co-Lead / Quality Process Engineer in Wayne, Michigan. You will support VRT with statistical process control and data analysis, conduct periodic job observations, and drive quality improvements across manufacturing processes.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Quality/Industrial Engineering and 1 year of experience with Six Sigma tools, PFMEA and control plans. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Quality Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related field plus 2 years of experience.
• 1 year of experience with Six Sigma tools (5WHY or 8D) to solve manufacturing issues.
• Core tools including Control Plan and PFMEA for proactive risk management.
• Ergonomic analysis tools including MODAPTS or 3-D printing to improve operator efficiency.
• Error proofing with sensors and vision systems for early issue detection.
• DMAIC/DMADV (DFSS) project methodology to improve warranty, audit scores, throughput and first-run capability.
• Leading cross-functional VRT teams and PAC paper reviews.

Responsibilities

• Support VRT with statistical process control and data analysis.
• Participate in periodic job observations and ensure timely completion.
• Provide data checks for quality reviews and maintain quality charts.
• Lead variability reduction and lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Implement corrective actions using 8D and 6-panel approaches.

Skills

Six Sigma

DMAIC/DMADV

Root Cause Analysis

Quality Engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PFMEA

Control Plan

MODAPTS

Vision Systems

6 Sigma Tools

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.

We 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,

• 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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