Quality Process Engineer & VRT Co-Lead - Lean, Data-Driven

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

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.