Paint Quality Process Engineer – On‑Site & ISO Lead

Ford Motor Company; Dearborn (LA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

Ford Motor Company seeks a Paint Quality On-Site Engineer to provide technical support for paint appearance, durability, and process control within the Assembly Plant. You will work across Plant Engineering, Quality, and VME Operations to drive continuous improvement and ensure compliance with the Uniform Paint Process.

Responsibilities include analyzing warranty data, supporting ISO audits, leading VRT activities, and developing PCPs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or associate degree in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3 to 7+ years in automotive paint shop operations, OEM paint engineering, or Tier 1 paint/chemical supplier technical service.
• Hands‑on experience driving Quality Management System compliance, root‑cause analysis (8D) and Lean manufacturing.
• Strong experience with paint shop materials, chemicals, and automated spray booth equipment.
• Proficient in OEM paint process guidelines and ISO regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Analyze warranty and quality data to identify defects, trends, and cost-reduction opportunities.
• Support ISO and quality audits by ensuring processes and documentation meet standards and drive corrective actions.
• Lead VRT activities to identify variation, perform root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Govern the Uniform Paint Process by monitoring performance and driving continuous improvements.
• Develop and maintain PCPs defining critical process controls and inspection requirements.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance, and Operations to resolve complex issues.

Skills

Automotive paint experience

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree in Chemical/Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Paint shop equipment

Quality systems (ISO)

Job description

Ford Motor Company seeks a Paint Quality On-Site Engineer to provide technical support for paint appearance, durability, and process control within the Assembly Plant. You will work across Plant Engineering, Quality, and VME Operations to drive continuous improvement and ensure compliance with the Uniform Paint Process.

Responsibilities include analyzing warranty data, supporting ISO audits, leading VRT activities, and developing PCPs.