Engineering Specialist, Quality at Ford Global Career Site

Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Quality Operating System, Problem-Solving, Microsoft Office, Six Sigma, Statistical Process Control, Geometric Dimensioning, Quality Audits, Documentation Management, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Manufacturing Processes, Data Analysis, Quality Target Levels, Error Proofing, Interplant Benchmarking, Quality Integrity, Incoming Quality Reporting

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

Responsible for leading QOS (Quality Operating System) initiatives within the production department. Review with production team leaders and Process Coaches quality issues and be the point of contact with other departments such as Machining, Quality and MP&L. Coordinate during quality concerns containment actions, dock holds, special checks to eliminate any impact to customer. Keep traceability records regarding quality actions for future reference. Manage quality documentation on FTT (First Time Through), 8Ds, Scrap, Dock Holds, Dock Audit, etc. Participate in Quality and Contamination audits. Prepare standard reports for Quality reviews within the plant and with other areas. Review rejected parts for quality integrity and decide next steps. Issue daily Incoming Quality report. Lead cross-functional team initiatives in quality to achieve no faults forward / zero defects. Lead 8D resolution of Warranty and VO (Vehicle Operations) concerns working together with Quality, MP&L, Machining and VO. Contribute to Green and Black Belt project teams within the department. Document and control error proofing checks, internal checks, and additional containments. Participate in interplant benchmarking exercises. Apply engineering principles & analytical techniques to establish and continuously improve manufacturing processes and products. Execute measurement systems analysis & variable data analysis. Establish and monitor quality target levels for each build. Provide input for design and assembly concepts which will yield nominal variations. Establish critical characteristics for gauging and measuring data collection methods. Apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance principles. Responsible for leading QOS (Quality Operating System) initiatives within the production department. Review with production team leaders and Process Coaches quality issues and be the point of contact with other departments such as Machining, Quality and MP&L. Coordinate during quality concerns containment actions, dock holds, special checks to eliminate any impact to customer. Keep traceability records regarding quality actions for future reference. Manage quality documentation on FTT (First Time Through), 8Ds, Scrap, Dock Holds, Dock Audit, etc. Participate in Quality and Contamination audits. Prepare standard reports for Quality reviews within the plant and with other areas. Review rejected parts for quality integrity and decide next steps. Issue daily Incoming Quality report. Lead cross-functional team initiatives in quality to achieve no faults forward / zero defects. Lead 8D resolution of Warranty and VO (Vehicle Operations) concerns working together with Quality, MP&L, Machining and VO. Contribute to Green and Black Belt project teams within the department. Document and control error proofing checks, internal checks, and additional containments. Participate in interplant benchmarking exercises. Apply engineering principles & analytical techniques to establish and continuously improve manufacturing processes and products. Manage and direct statistical process control activities. Execute measurement systems analysis & variable data analysis. Establish and monitor quality target levels for each build. Provide input for design and assembly concepts which will yield nominal variations. Establish critical characteristics for gauging and measuring data collection methods. Determine inspection equipment and facility requirements. Able to flex schedule as needed. Apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance principles. Ensure calibrations; certification; and repeatability and reproducibility. Able to flex schedule as needed. High School Diploma or GED Required 1+ yrs. Proven problem-solving ability Microsoft Office proficiency (Word/Excel/Outlook) Willingness to work all shifts/alternative work schedule as required Bachelor's degree in a STEM field Proficiency in the use of problem-solving tools (Six Sigma, DOE, 8D, 5 Why, etc.) Self-starter, with the ability to be self-directed in a high-volume, fast-paced environment Six Sigma Green Belt certified 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 childcare and more Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, 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. High School Diploma or GED Required 1+ yrs. quality engineering or manufacturing operations experience Demonstrated experience in accomplishing tasks and objectives Proven problem-solving ability Microsoft Office proficiency (Word/Excel/Outlook) Willingness to work all shifts/alternative work schedule as required Bachelor's degree in a STEM field Previous automotive and/or quality analysis experience Proficiency in the use of problem-solving tools (Six Sigma, DOE, 8D, 5 Why, etc.) Effective oral and written communication skills Self-starter, with the ability to be self-directed in a high-volume, fast-paced environment Six Sigma Green Belt certified Production Experience Determine locators and measuring points.

Responsibilities

Lead QOS initiatives within the production department and coordinate quality concerns with various departments. Manage quality documentation and participate in audits to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.