Chief Engineer, Quality Manufacturing at Ford Global Career Site

Detroit, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Oct, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Manufacturing Quality, Data Analytics, Advanced Technologies, Quality Planning, Leadership, Talent Development, Quality Management Systems, Problem-Solving, Strategic Thinking, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Business Acumen, Six Sigma, New Product Launches, Industry 4.0, Predictive Quality Models

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

Define, develop, and implement the comprehensive manufacturing quality strategy for all Ford North American operations, aligning with global quality objectives and regional business priorities. Establish clear quality targets, metrics, and dashboards across all manufacturing sites, ensuring transparency and accountability for performance. Drive a proactive, predictive quality mindset across the manufacturing organization, leveraging data analytics and advanced technologies to prevent defects. Lead and oversee the manufacturing quality aspects for all new vehicle and powertrain programs, ensuring robust quality planning and execution from early design phases through launch and steady state production. Direct the teams responsible for Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) activities within manufacturing, ensuring seamless integration with Product Development and Purchasing. Develop and manage staffing plans, talent development, and training programs for manufacturing program quality teams, fostering a pipeline of future quality leaders. Ensure rigorous application of Ford Global Quality standards and processes throughout the manufacturing program lifecycle. Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing organization of quality professionals, including managers of manufacturing program quality and plant quality engineering teams. Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning within the quality organization. Oversee recruitment, internal mobility, career pathing, and comprehensive training plans to build and maintain a world-class manufacturing quality team. Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related field) from an accredited university. Minimum of 15 years of progressive leadership experience in automotive manufacturing quality, product quality, or related engineering roles, with a significant portion at a senior management level. Demonstrated experience leading large, geographically dispersed teams within a complex manufacturing environment. Proven expertise in leading and deploying advanced quality planning processes (APQP, PPAP), quality management systems (ISO/IATF 169949), and problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 8D, Six Sigma, Shainin). Exceptional strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills with a results-oriented approach. Superior communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, capable of influencing at all levels from the shop floor to executive leadership. Strong business acumen and understanding of the financial impact of quality on product cost and customer satisfaction. Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration (MBA), or a related field. Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt certification. Extensive experience with new product launches and complex manufacturing ramp-ups. Experience with advanced manufacturing technologies, Industry 4.0 applications, and digital quality tools. Proficiency in automotive warranty analytics and the development of predictive quality models. Demonstrated ability to drive cultural change and foster a proactive, quality-first mindset. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Provide strategic oversight and leadership to all plant-level quality engineering functions across Ford's North American manufacturing facilities. Serve as the primary manufacturing quality interface with key cross-functional partners including Product Development, Engineering, Purchasing, Supply Chain, Customer Service Division, and Plant Operations leadership. Collaborate closely with Global Manufacturing Quality counterparts to ensure alignment and leverage best practices across regions. Represent North American Manufacturing Quality in executive reviews, ensuring clear and concise communication of quality status, risks, and mitigation plans. Established and active employee resource groups

Responsibilities

Define and implement the manufacturing quality strategy for Ford North American operations, ensuring alignment with global objectives. Lead quality aspects for new vehicle and powertrain programs, overseeing quality planning and execution throughout the manufacturing lifecycle.